4 Ways to Use Leftover Christmas Turkey
Christmas is just around the corner, so it’s the perfect time to start planning your festive feast – especially the size of your turkey to feed all of your guests! when it comes to the iconic Christmas bird bigger is often better. Not only will you keep your guests happy and ensure no one goes hungry, but you’ll also get delicious leftovers that can keep the Christmas spirit alive for days after. If you’re considering a bigger Christmas turkey this year, here’s a glimpse into the festive food that’s to come following the big day.
Sandwiches
Sandwiches. A classic. Is there anything better than a homemade festive sandwich on boxing day? Get some delicious fresh bread and load it up with leftover turkey, stuffing, pigs in blankets, and cranberry sauce with a pot of turkey gravy to dip in for the most jaw-dropping sandwich of the year. It’s a tasty and easy lunch idea – needed after a day of slaving away over the Christmas dinner!
Pies
Who doesn’t love a pie? Similar to the sandwich, throw your leftovers like turkey, stuffing, and pigs in blankets into some puff pastry and throw it in the oven for another quick and easy meal idea. You can buy your pastry read-made too for ease! Alternatively, you can make your own festive pasties to serve up to guests or keep for yourself.
Curries
To change things up, you can also create a delicious turkey curry. It’s something a little different to the traditional leftover creations but can make an impact if you’re hosting again in the days following Christmas. The best thing about curries, is that you probably already have many of the ingredients already in your cupboard! Include your favourite veg, garlic and ginger, tinned tomatoes, and some curry paste for an easy and healthy Christmas turkey leftover meal.
Soups
Soup is an utterly delicious leftover turkey creation, and you can use pretty much any of the leftover trimmings too! Carrots, parsnips, roast potatoes, and even gravy can make great additions to the soup and ensure there is no waste. Soup takes no time at all to make, just grab your leftovers, throw it in a big pot and cover it with water – and that’s it! Just let the ingredients simmer with any herbs, spices, or broth you want to add, and you will have a hearty and nutritious soup that will fill up the whole family.
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