After your Thanksgiving feast, make sure to save your turkey to repurpose it into lots of delicious meals! Soups, salads, and lots of delicious turkey stock to last you the rest of the winter.

Instant Pot Turkey Stock

This is the stock I make so nothing from the turkey carcass goes to waste.

Several jars of homemade broth in varying shades of amber to golden hues, lined up on a wooden surface with lids placed beside them.
Instant Pot Turkey Stock
Make Instant Pot Turkey Stock from a leftover turkey carcass, turkey bones, and veggies. The flavorful broth is so nutritious, delicious, and easy to make.
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Curried Leftover Turkey Salad

This is the salad I make when I want leftover turkey to taste like something brand new.

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Curried Leftover Turkey Salad
If you’re a fan of creamy chicken salad, you’ll love this curry-spiced Curried Leftover Turkey Salad that uses leftover turkey as the base. Use it in sandwiches or wraps, over a bed of lettuce, or enjoy it with crackers for scooping.
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Turkey Orzo Soup

This is the soup I make when I want dinner on the table in thirty minutes flat.

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Turkey Orzo Soup
This hearty Turkey Orzo Soup has become my go-to recipe for transforming holiday leftovers. Tender orzo soaks up rich turkey flavors, and in just 30 minutes, you have a savory meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
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Turkey and Broccoli Noodle Casserole

This is the casserole I make when I want a cozy dinner that uses up the last of the turkey.

Turkey and Broccoli Noodle Casserole
Normally made with chicken, this Creamy Turkey Casserole with Noodles and Broccoli recipe is a great way to use up leftover turkey, crispy fried onions, and turkey stock.
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Leftover Turkey Tortilla Soup

This is the soup I make when I want something with a little spice and crunch.

A bowl of chicken tortilla soup garnished with tortilla strips, sour cream, and fresh cilantro, served on a wooden table.
Leftover Turkey Tortilla Soup
With a few fresh ingredients, pantry staples, and turkey, this Leftover Turkey Tortilla Soup is loaded with flavor, is naturally gluten-free, and comes together super fast. Don’t miss the toasted tortilla strips, stirred into the soup and sprinkled on top for crunch.
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Turkey Pot Pie with Puff Pastry

This is the pot pie I make when I want the coziest way to use up leftover turkey.

Close-up view of a chicken pot pie with creamy filling, vegetables, and flaky crust served on a plate
Turkey Pot Pie with Puff Pastry
Turkey Pot Pie with Puff Pastry is a comforting recipe that is perfect to enjoy on a cold day! The creamy filling has lots of juicy turkey and hearty vegetables, and it is topped with a buttery, flaky puff pastry crust.
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