How to Reinvent your Holiday Leftovers

We think that Thanksgiving leftovers are one of the best parts about Thanksgiving, here in the Healthy Kitchen! We spend all day preparing a meal that is devoured in less than an hour. Make the most out of your hard-work and turn those holiday classics into new meals that are not only healthy but they won’t bore you come Black Friday.

These quick and easy transformations will give your holiday favorites a second chance to please!

Holiday Leftover	Reinvented
Turkey	Wild Rice and Turkey Chowder Turkey Pot Pie (substitute turkey instead of chicken) Turkey Caesar Wrap
Stuffing	Stuffing-Stuffed Mushrooms: Stuff stuffing into portobello mushroom caps
Roasted Butternut Squash	Roasted Butternut and Caramelized Onion Mash
Cooked Vegetables	Vegetable Strata
Vegetable Casserole	Creamy Vegetable Soup: Puree the casserole into a smooth, creamy soup
Roasted Sweet Potatoes	Sweet Potato Scones Roasted Sweet Potato Parfait
Mashed Potatoes	Potato Gnocchi
Cranberry Sauce	Cranberry Aioli Spread: 1/2 cup cranberry sauce mixed with ¼ cup reduced fat mayonnaise. (Tasty on a turkey sandwich!)