Thanksgiving Leftovers - Make The Feast Go Further! - From Vikalinka


Fridge Full Of Leftovers? I’ve Got You Covered

Hello Reader

After all the excitement (and cooking!) of Thanksgiving, the last thing anyone wants to do is spend hours in the kitchen again. That’s where leftovers come to the rescue!

That's why I'm giving you a head start in planning Thanksgiving leftover recipes — easy, cozy meals that help you make the most of what’s already in your fridge. They’re simple, satisfying, and a great way to stretch those holiday flavours a little further.

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HOLIDAY LEFTOVERS

Whether you’re after something hearty and warming or a quick lunch that keeps the holiday spirit going, these recipes make post-Thanksgiving life a whole lot easier — and just as delicious.

👉 Leftover Turkey Soup - And enduringly popular recipe, and an incredibly satisfying way to use up any leftover turkey. It is also extremely speedy, wholesome and delicious!

👉 Turkey á la King - Give your leftover holiday roast turkey a retro reinvention as Turkey á la King! This dreamy white dish comes together in just 30 minutes.

👉 Turkey Marsala Pot Pie - Flavoured with a touch of Marsala wine, thyme and garlic, then baked topped with flaky puff pastry, this cozy dish is a true winner!

👉 Hearty Turkey Stew - This hearty turkey stew made with leftover turkey, bacon, leeks, carrots and potatoes is the comfort food your colder nights need. Delicious and cozy!

👉 Leftover Turkey and Lentil Curry - This holiday hero is a perfectly balanced, thick and hearty lentil curry that will take a good-sized chunk out of that turkey.

👉 Creamy Leftover Turkey Chowder - This buttery soup is brimming with roasted turkey, all your favourite holiday vegetables and finished with a generous swirl of luxurious cream.

👉 Yellow Split Pea and Ham Soup - A delicious and incredibly easy yellow split pea soup with ham and a sprinkling of fresh herbs. Simple to make yet so satisfying in cold weather!

Wishing you a very happy Thanksgiving!

Love,
Julia x

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I am Julia Frey, a London based recipe developer and photographer, and Vikalinka is my space to share my food with the world. Subscribe to my weekly newsletter to get tried-and-true recipes delivered to your inbox!

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