What To Do With Those Turkey Leftovers

All that turkey leftover and you really can't eat another turkey sandwich.  Here are some ideas of what to do with those leftovers.  Yum!

Turkey Shepherd’s Pie by Katie Lee

http://www.recipe4living.com/recipes/turkey_shepherd_s_pie_by_katie_lee.htm




Easy Turkey Tetrazzini

http://www.recipelion.com/Turkey-Recipes/Easy-Turkey-Tetrazzini/ct/1

Need a recipe for all of those leftovers? Leftover Turkey Hash is the king of easy potato  recipes and is good for any meal. Enjoy with two eggs on top and dig in.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons melted butter or turkey fat
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup celery, diced
• 3 cups cooked turkey, diced
• 2 tablespoons turkey fat or butter
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 2 1/2 cups water
• 1/2 teaspoon summer savory
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 cup light cream
• 2 cups flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup light cream or milk
• 2 eggs, beaten

Instructions

1. Heat in frying pan 2-3 Tbsp melted butter or turkey  or chicken fat. Add thinly sliced onion and diced celery. Heat 5-8 minutes over low heat, stirring often.
   
2. Add 2-3 cups cooked turkey. Cook 5 minutes over low heat.
   
3. Brown the chicken fat and flour well before adding water. Add savory, salt and pepper to taste.
   
4. When sauce is smooth and creamy, add 1/4 cup cream and any remaining turkey or chicken gravy. Pour over turkey. Simmer 15 minutes, then serve with hot biscuits and pickled beets.

Read more at http://www.recipelion.com/Turkey-Recipes/Leftover-Turkey-Hash/ct/1#SmFe3PIIOEKGXW1a.99




Turkey Divan with Broccoli

Ingredients

• 2 10 oz. packages frozen broccoli
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 8 large slices cooked turkey (White is best)
• 2 cups medium white sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup heavy cream, whipped

 

Instructions

Cook broccoli until just tender. Place in greased 9 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish or eight individual casseroles. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese. Place turkey slices on top of broccoli. Combine mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, whipped cream, nutmeg, and white sauce in double boiler and blend thoroughly with rubber spatula while heating. Pour hot sauce over turkey, sprinkle with cheese, and broil slowly for about ten minutes, until bubbling and browned. Serve with hot rolls, molded fruit salad and pumpkin pie.

Read more at http://www.recipelion.com/Turkey-Recipes/Turkey-Divan-with-Broccoli/ct/1#q3rK8qgkHJtgZ0gR.99



Thanksgiving Leftover Ideas

http://www.fortheloveofcooking.net/2013/11/thanksgiving-leftover-ideas.html

Leftover Turkey Crescent Bake

http://www.pillsbury.com/recipes/leftover-turkey-crescent-bake/7fceeb23-b6dd-48d7-9f02-c6add4b06854



Turkey, Ham, and Swiss Casserole

http://southernfood.about.com/od/turkeycasserole/r/r81130a.htm

Dinner Diva
Turkey Carcass Soup

http://savingdinner.com/holiday/turkey-carcass-soup/

LEFTOVER HOLIDAY TURKEY GUMBO

http://www.gumbopages.com/food/soups/turk-gumbo.html



 Turkey-Vegetable-Barley Soup
http://www.mealplanningmaven.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=429:crockpot-chicken-fajita-soup&catid=48:soups-on&Itemid=73


I know, this is ham and not turkey.  Some people have ham on Thanksgiving instead of turkey, so I'm putting this on here.

View recipe: http://www.southyourmouth.com/2011/12/cajun-ham-bean-soup.html



Thanksgiving Leftovers Casserole Recipe - Kraft Recipes

http://www.kraftrecipes.com/recipes/thanksgiving-leftovers-casserole-150207.aspx

Recycled/Upcycled Holiday Crafts and Ideas - Part 2

I am finding more and more ideas and crafts that are done with recycling and upcycling common household items.  This is something that is near and dear to my heart.  Hope you enjoy the ideas too!

Plastic Bottles Into Snowflake Ornaments! simple...
click for instructions ---> http://diycozyhome.com/plastic-bottles-into-snowflake-ornaments/

Recycle/Upcyle a terra cotta flower pot.

Recipes, Tips & Crafts Oh My

 

Bottle Cap Snowmen!
click for tutorial ---> http://diycozyhome.com/diy-bottle-cap-snowmen/

 

 

Paper Roll Christmas Wreath!
instructions ---> http://diycozyhome.com/paper-roll-christmas-wreath/

 

 

A wonderful gift idea made from old or ugly sweaters.  You can usually find them at a thrift store really cheap.

http://diycozyhome.com/diy-sweater-pillows/

 

Made from empty cans.

 

TrashToTreasureDecorating.com

 

Christmas List ornaments made from empty thread spools.

click here for tutorial ---> http://diycozyhome.com/christmas-wishlist-ornaments/

Reuse those jars you have. 

... http://www.freeprettythingsforyou.com/2013/11/holiday-diy-mason-jar-gifts-crafts-ideas/
 

 

Swimming Pool Noodle "Candy"-great for Christmas candy yard decorations or Candy Land Party!

Upcycle, Recycle, Reuse & DIY

 

 

 

Paint Chip Confetti

Upcycle, Recycle, Reuse & DIY

 

Make snowflakes using a coffee filter

Upcycle, Recycle, Reuse & DIY

 

For the golf fanatic on your list. 

Upcycle, Recycle, Reuse & DIY

 

 

A great gift idea if you are crafty.  These are beautiful.

Arizona Tea Upcycled Flower Earrings

Finally found tutorial! http://crissyscrafts.blogspot.com/2011/05/i-am-just-in-love-with-my-metal-flowers.html

 

 

Cute paint a old cupcake pan

Crafting & Fun Ideas For Mommy & kids

 

 

Reuse those Mardi Gras Beads or any cheap beads you have.

Re-Scape.com

 

 

A great and warm gift for your pet.  Old sweaters from the thrift stores or garage sales will work wonderfully.

 

Gift idea - I recommend going to the Dollar store and getting cheap clothes pins.

UP-Cycling Uprising

 

Another gift idea - Made from an old neck tie.

UP-Cycling Uprising

 

Very cute candy dispenser.

UP-Cycling Uprising

 

Sorry the picture is blurry.  Snowman Ornaments made from paint chip (swatches). 

UP-Cycling Uprising

 

A tree made from stacked books.  A true tree of knowledge, book Christmas tree.

 

Soda can angel

UP-Cycling Uprising

 

 

 

Lovely decorating idea here..very cute idea with old keys..
 

http://www.familyholiday.net/30-easy-handmade-christmas-craft-and-decoration-ideas-for-kids

 

 

For the baseball fan.  Upcycle or recycle an old baseball.

 From Our House

 

http://www.imperfecthomemaking.com/2011/12/christmas-stockings-made-from-sweaters.html

 

 

Great gift idea from Re-Scape.com.  Recycle those used dryer sheets into "teabag' sachets!

 

 

Don't have a green thumb? How about painting some cactus rocks and planting them in a pot? Love This! Such an awesome gift too!

Re-Scape.com

 

 

Rusty Hinge Angel...this is precious!

Re-Scape.com



Genbrug - recycling https://www.facebook.com/groups/2216303313200

Thanksgiving Tips, Crafts, Ideas and More!

I love surfing around and finding all these ideas to put together a collection of things I can refer back to.  Here are some of the things I have found along my way for Thanksgiving.  I want to give credit where credit is due, but most of these ideas show up without a tag for who originally posted them. 



Yummy Holiday/Fun Recipe Page
Turkey Treats-- Dip Oreos in melted chocolate- Add eyes (Wilton Candy eyes) and candy corn for the nose with frosting. Place on chocolate frosted preztels.

COOKIE TURKEYS From @[61511025427:274:Taste of Home]. There's a certain turkey cookie flying around that is adorable BUT a pain in the neck to make, I tried...... So, when I saw these equally adorable cookies, I knew I found a replacement! Simple and fun, and you get to keep all your hair! Ingredients 40 fudge-striped cookies 1/4 cup chocolate frosting 2 packages (5 ounces each) chocolate-covered cherries 20 pieces candy corn Instructions:http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/cookie-turkeys

 

 This site has 50 cute ideas for Thanksgiving

http://www.kidskubby.com/50-cute-thanksgiving-treats/





Recycle some old bottles for this craft.  It would look nice on a mantle for Thanksgiving.


Repurposed Recycled Reused Reclaimed Restored


Wouldn't this be pretty on the Thanksgiving table?

Cool Products & Ideas


Something to do while you are deep-frying the turkey outside.






caramel-cream-cheese-apple-dip

http://www.glorioustreats.com/2012/09/caramel-cream-cheese-apple-dip.html

Fun and Frugal Holiday Ideas

Here are a bunch of holiday ideas that I found looking around and doing research. 

Recipes, Tips & Crafts Oh My

Fan Share: Cute Melting Snowman Cookies

Prep Time: 1 Hour
Yields: 1 Dozen Cookies
...
1 dozen sugar cookies
1 pouch Betty Crocker White Cookie Icing
1 pouch Betty Crocker Black Cookie Icing
1 box Betty Crocker Classic Colors Writing Icings
1 bottle Betty Crocker Rainbow Sprinkles
12 marshmallows

1. Ice cookies with White Cookie Icing. Allow icing to drip off sides to create melting effect.

2. Let cookies dry for 30 minutes.

3. While cookies are drying, cut about ¼ inch off the marshmallows to shorten the snowman’s head. Use Black Cookie Icing and Orange Sprinkles to make faces on the marshmallows.

4. Once White Cookie Icing has crusted over, adhere marshmallows carefully by adding a small amount of additional White Cookie Icing to bottom of marshmallow.

5. Add remaining decorations with Cookie and Writing Icings.

6. Cookies will be completely dry within 4 hours.

 

 

 Old, burnt out Christmas lights dipped in glitter then piled in a big jar.

 

As posted by Pretzels and Punch (I do not know if this is the original source).

More ideas for old light bulbs.....

 

Recycled Light Bulb Crafts for Christmas
http://diygardenandcrafts.com/christmas_private/recycled_light_bulb_crafts_for_christmas

Wouldn't these make the cutest package toppers instead of an ordinary bow.  You could use them for ornaments afterwards.

Recipes, Tips & Crafts Oh My

 

 

Make these ornaments yourself. All you need is some store bought ornaments, a white paint pen, and your imagination!! —

Holiday Hangout



 

Peanut Butter Christmas Trees
From Sweet Simple Stuff

These are sooooo easy to make and they are super cute!
...
Items you will need … peanut butter cups (snack & miniature sizes), chocolate kisses, white chocolate (or candy melts) and white non-pariels ..
Instructions:http://sweetsimplestuff.com/2012/12/03/peanut-butter-christmas-trees-giveaway-winner-announced/


Easy Christmas Tree Paper Craft

You could even make these into Santa or angels if you wanted to.

 

http://stubbornsplace.mixxter.com/2955226

 

 

DIY Inspired! Burlap Wire Hanger Wreath Tutorial - http://www.diyinspired.com/burlap-wire-hanger-wreath-tutorial/ http://www.diyinspired.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/burlap-ruffle-wreath-1.jpg

 

16 Clever Ways To Use Broken Crayons
http://diygardenandcrafts.com/roundup_private/16_clever_ways_to_use_broken_crayons

 

 

Homemade Candy Canes

http://www.justapinch.com/recipes/dessert/candy/homemade-candy-canes.html

2 cups sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup...
1/2 cup water
1/4 tsp. cream of tartar
1 tsp. peppermint extract
1 tsp. red food coloring

In heavy-bottomed large saucepan or small pot, combine first 4 ingredients and stir until sugar dissolves. Cook, without stirring to hard-ball stage. (265 degrees.) Remove from heat and add peppermint extract. Divide into 2 portions, and add coloring to one part. Pour out onto buttered cookie sheets. (Pour half onto one sheet, then add coloring to the rest and then pour onto second sheet.) when it's cool enough to handle, start pulling each part seperately. (Best done with 2 people, but if doing alone, go back and forth pulling each.) When you feel like you just can't pull anymore, form into ropes and twist them together. Cut into 8" lengths, form into the shape of candy canes, and place on lightly buttered platter til fully hardened.


This would be so much fun to do and then use it every year as a decoration.  Those feet only stay little for a short time!!

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