Recipes for Turkey Cooked Leftovers

Safe ways to use turkey cooked leftovers past its expiration date

Turkey and Vegetable Soup

Turkey and Vegetable Soup

A comforting and safe soup recipe using expired turkey leftovers and vegetables.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
35 minutes
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked turkey, expired but still safe to consume
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion, celery, and carrots. Sauté for 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked turkey, dried thyme, and bay leaf.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Simmer the soup for 20-25 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  8. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
  9. Serve hot and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium
Turkey Frittata

Turkey Frittata

A tasty frittata recipe using cooked turkey leftovers and vegetables.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
25 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded
  • 1 cup cooked vegetables (such as peas, carrots, and corn)
  • 6 eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add the cooked turkey and vegetables to the skillet, spreading them out evenly.
  5. Pour the egg mixture over the turkey and vegetables in the skillet.
  6. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the edges start to set.
  7. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the frittata is set and golden brown on top.
  8. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing into wedges.
  9. Serve warm and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Turkey Fried Rice

Turkey Fried Rice

A delicious and safe way to use expired turkey leftovers in a flavorful fried rice dish.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
15 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked turkey, expired but still safe to consume
  • 3 cups cooked rice
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the mixed vegetables and cook for another 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
  4. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and pour the beaten eggs into the other side. Scramble the eggs until fully cooked.
  5. Add the cooked turkey and rice to the skillet. Stir everything together.
  6. Pour soy sauce over the mixture and continue stirring until everything is well combined.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the dish is heated through.
  9. Serve hot and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy

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