Leftover Turkey Quiche Day After Thanksgiving
Transform your Thanksgiving leftovers into a comforting masterpiece with this Leftover Turkey Quiche, the perfect "day after Thanksgiving" recipe. Nestled in a tender, flaky pre-made pie crust, this quiche combines juicy roasted turkey, your favorite leftover cooked vegetables, and a rich, cheesy custard made with eggs, milk, and a hint of heavy cream. Seasoned with dried thyme and pepper for a subtle herbaceous kick, this dish bakes to golden perfection in just 40 minutes. Ideal for brunch, lunch, or an easy weeknight dinner, this versatile quiche breathes new life into your holiday spread while offering a warm and satisfying way to avoid food waste. Enjoy it warm from the oven or savor it at room temperature for effortless post-holiday dining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece pre-made pie crust
- 1.5 cups cooked turkey
- 1 cup cooked vegetables (e.g., green beans, carrots, or spinach)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (or half-and-half)
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon unsalted butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
If using a refrigerated pie crust, remove it from the fridge and let it sit for a few minutes to soften slightly.
Place the pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, pressing it firmly into the bottom and edges. Use a fork to prick the bottom of the crust a few times to prevent bubbling.
Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes, or until it just starts to firm up but does not brown. Remove from the oven and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme until well combined.
Spread the cooked turkey evenly over the bottom of the pre-baked pie crust.
Scatter the cooked vegetables evenly over the turkey layer.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the vegetables and turkey.
Pour the egg mixture carefully over the filling, ensuring it spreads evenly.
Dot the top of the quiche with small pieces of unsalted butter for added richness.
Bake the quiche in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
Remove the quiche from the oven and let it cool for about 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your delicious post-Thanksgiving quiche!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3120 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 203.4 g | 261% | |
| Saturated Fat | 86.0 g | 430% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1242 mg | 414% | |
| Sodium | 4046 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 168.8 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.4 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.8 g | ||
| Protein | 149.5 g | 299% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.1 mcg | 36% | |
| Calcium | 1386 mg | 107% | |
| Iron | 16.9 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 2059 mg | 44% | |
*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.
