Leftover rescue
What to Make With Leftover Turkey
Holiday turkey strategies for the four days after the meal.
Ideas that actually work
Turkey stock
Simmer the carcass with vegetables for 3 hours, then strain and freeze.
Turkey pot pie
Fold turkey and vegetables into gravy, top with crust, bake at 400°F (200°C).
Turkey sandwiches
Toast the bread and add something acidic — cranberry, pickles, or mustard.
Turkey chili
Swap turkey for beef in any chili and add it in the last 15 minutes.
How long it keeps
Carve off the bone and refrigerate within two hours; use within 3–4 days.