The Ultimate Leftover Thanksgiving Sandwich
Transform your Thanksgiving leftovers into a culinary masterpiece with "The Ultimate Leftover Thanksgiving Sandwich." This hearty and flavor-packed creation layers tender turkey, savory stuffing, creamy mashed potatoes, and a drizzle of rich gravy between two slices of golden, buttery toasted bread. A dollop of tangy cranberry sauce and a handful of fresh baby spinach add brightness and balance, while the optional mayonnaise serves as a secret weapon to keep every bite moist and luscious. Perfectly crafted in just 15 minutes, this sandwich is an irresistible way to revive your holiday feast into a next-day treat. Perfect for lunch or dinner, it’s the ultimate comfort food mashup that brings new life to your Thanksgiving table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 oz Cooked turkey
- 1 cup Stuffing
- 3 tbsp Cranberry sauce
- 0.5 cup Mashed potatoes
- 0.25 cup Gravy
- 1 tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1 handful Baby spinach
- 2 slices Whole wheat or sourdough bread slices
- 1 tbsp Butter
Instructions
1. Gather all of your Thanksgiving leftovers and place them on the counter for easy access.
2. Spread the mayonnaise evenly on one side of each slice of bread. This will help keep your sandwich ingredients moist and flavorful.
3. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and allow it to melt.
4. Place the bread slices in the skillet, mayo side down. Toast until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
5. In the same skillet, warm up the turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and gravy. Stir gently until heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
6. Assemble the sandwich: Start by spreading cranberry sauce on one slice of toasted bread. Layer with warmed turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and a drizzle of gravy.
7. Add a handful of baby spinach for freshness and top with the other toasted slice of bread.
8. Press the sandwich gently together, slice in half if desired, and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1525 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.4 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.6 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 206 mg | 69% | |
| Sodium | 2236 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.2 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.8 g | ||
| Protein | 61.3 g | 123% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 257 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1244 mg | 26% | |
*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.
