12 Recipes to Make with Holiday Leftovers That Taste Even Better the Next Day
After the holiday feast, the leftovers are just as exciting as the main event. These 12 recipes turn leftover turkey, ham, sides, and veggies into fresh, crave-worthy meals that might even taste better the next day. Say goodbye to boring repeats and hello to delicious second-round meals everyone will love.
Leftover Prime Rib Beef Stroganoff
This Leftover Prime Rib Beef Stroganoff is rich, creamy, tasty plus quick and easy to make as well! You’ve put all that time and effort into roasting the perfect prime rib, now to use the leftovers in something equally tasty!
Leftover Pork Carnitas Quesadillas
Perfect for using up those leftover carnitas! Using only 4 ingredients this Carnitas Quesadillas Recipe comes together fast, perfect for lunch or busy weeknights!
Leftover Pulled Pork Tacos
Leftover Pulled Pork Tacos present a tasty solution to what to do with leftover pulled pork; treat it like carnitas as you reheat it to transform it into an amazing taco dinner.
Leftover Turkey Lasagna
If you’re stuck on what to do with your turkey leftovers, this terrifically tasty leftover turkey lasagna is the perfect recipe for you. With such a wide range of rich flavors that melt in the mouth, it really is the perfect dish to serve the day after your holiday feast.
‘Australian pie’ – leftover turkey pie with raisins and bechamel
The name might not seem a fit, but this leftover turkey pie is delicious, easy, and a great way to use up some leftover turkey or chicken. The bechamel sauce makes such a difference!
Leftover Prime Rib Sandwich
This leftover prime rib sandwich layers tender pieces of shaved prime rib, baby arugula, red onion slices, and a rich horseradish cream sauce! These big, beefy sandwiches are a family favorite leftover meal after the holidays! It’s a flavor-packed combination that everyone is sure to love!
Leftover Turkey Pot Pie
This leftover turkey pot pie is the ultimate day after Thanksgiving dinner made with leftover turkey and mashed potatoes! Your Thanksgiving meal will taste even better the second time around with this easy pot pie recipe. It makes two 9-inch pies, so you can even have one now and freeze one for later!
Leftover Ham and Broccoli Quiche
Leftover Ham and Broccoli Quiche is an easy and delicious quiche recipe to use up leftover holiday ham and is perfect for a weekend breakfast or brunch!
Leftover Roast Chicken Ramen
This udon noodle ramen is a great way to use up leftover roast chicken! There’s a punchy chicken broth, thick noodles, a fudgy soft boiled egg, chunks of chicken & lots of veg.
Leftover Pot Roast Sandwich
Next time you make roast, be sure to save some for this Leftover Pot Roast Sandwich piled high with beef, caramelized onions, and melty Swiss cheese.
Leftover Lamb Curry
This flavorful leftover lamb curry is one of my absolute favorite ways to use up leftover lamb roast from a Sunday dinner or holiday meal. My lamb curry recipe calls for simple ingredients that make it perfect for a fuss-free weeknight dinner.
Leftover Prime Rib Burritos
These tasty Leftover Prime Rib Burritos are everything you love about fantastically flavorful burritos with the addition of tender pieces of prime rib! I load my burritos up with cilantro lime rice, black beans, fresh chopped cilantro, pico de gallo, shredded cheese, and creamy guacamole for the perfect burritos!!
