Innovative Uses for Leftover Stuffing
Every Thanksgiving, the abundance of food can leave you with the pleasant problem of what to do with leftover stuffing. Don't let those delicious leftovers go to waste! Here are some creative and delicious ways to repurpose your leftover stuffing, perfect for transforming mundane ingredients into delightful dishes.
1. Turkey Soup with Cranberry Sauce
One of the simplest yet most savory options is incorporating leftover stuffing into a hearty soup. Ideal for cold winter evenings, you can throw your stuffing into your turkey soup and even add in any leftover cranberry sauce for a touch of sweet. While this soup is easy to make, the result is impressive! So, the next time you're thinking about what to do with leftover stuffing, consider a Turks day soup for when you're craving something comforting.
2. Thanksgiving Shepherd’s Pie
When you want to put a Thanksgiving twist on a classic shepherd's pie, leftover stuffing can make a surprise hit. Since all ingredients would be pre-cooked, it's effortless to whip up. Start by layering your ingredients in a baking dish, with the leftover stuffing forming the base. Top it with mashed potatoes and bake until golden brown. This dish is a creative way to use up those leftovers, and it's sure to become a new favorite during the holiday season.
3. Stuffing-Stuffed Pork Chop
4. Cold Sliced Stuffing Sandwiches
If you have leftover stuffing that's had a day or two to chill, it can be used in various creative ways. One idea is to slice the cold stuffing and use it as a filling for sandwiches. Another option is to fry it and serve it as a new side dish. Alternatively, you can cube the stuffing and stuff biscuits with it, creating a light and refreshing snack.
5. Sausage Rolls or Plaited Biscuits
If you're thinking that leftover stuffing might not be worth saving, consider this: it just might be too tasty to discard. In our household, we slice the stuffing cold and use it in a sandwich with turkey and mayo, cranberry sauce. By day three, there's no evidence of leftover stuffing. In another scenario, leftover stuffing can be repurposed into sausages or plaited biscuits. To make sausage rolls, thaw some frozen puff pastry and use what leftover stuffing you have. Layer the stuffing on the pastry, shape it into rolls, brush with beaten egg, and bake to perfection. For plaited biscuits, mark the pastry into three sections, place the stuffing in the middle, and fold the strips to create a plait, then brush and bake.
There are countless ways to creatively reuse leftover stuffing that might otherwise go to waste. Whether you're cooking for your family or hosting a gathering, these ideas can help ensure that every last bit of that Thanksgiving stuffing is enjoyed. So, embrace your creativity and keep those delicious leftovers from ending up in the compost bin!