Day After Thanksgiving Bake
Turn your holiday leftovers into a comforting masterpiece with this Day After Thanksgiving Bake! This irresistible casserole layers tender chunks of cooked turkey, flavorful stuffing, creamy mashed potatoes, and a drizzle of savory gravy, all crowned with dollops of tangy cranberry sauce and gooey melted cheddar cheese. Perfectly baked to golden, bubbly perfection in just 35 minutes, it’s an effortless way to reinvent your Thanksgiving feast. With a prep time of only 15 minutes, this hearty dish is ideal for cozy family dinners or next-day holiday gatherings. Garnish with fresh parsley for a splash of vibrant color, and savor the nostalgic flavors of Thanksgiving all over again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked turkey
- 3 cups leftover stuffing
- 3 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup gravy
- 1 cup cranberry sauce
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick cooking spray.
Spread the leftover stuffing evenly across the bottom of the baking dish to form the base layer.
In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes with 1/4 cup of milk and 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Stir well to make the potatoes slightly creamier, if needed.
Layer the cooked turkey meat over the stuffing, spreading it out evenly.
Drizzle the turkey layer with the leftover gravy, ensuring as much coverage as possible to keep the dish moist.
Gently spread the mashed potatoes over the turkey and gravy layer, using a spatula to create an even layer.
Dollop small spoonfuls of cranberry sauce on top of the mashed potatoes, spreading it out slightly for bursts of flavor in each bite.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top layer.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving to add a pop of color and freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5132 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 249.8 g | 320% | |
| Saturated Fat | 111.7 g | 558% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 886 mg | 295% | |
| Sodium | 7702 mg | 335% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 449.4 g | 163% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 131.2 g | ||
| Protein | 250.5 g | 501% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1798 mg | 138% | |
| Iron | 25.8 mg | 143% | |
| Potassium | 5135 mg | 109% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
