Part of your gourmet Thanksgiving menu should always include "what to do with leftover turkey?". There's something special about a hot turkey sandwich fillings with mashed potatoes and gravy that you won't get bored with no matter how much leftover turkey you have! So how about this leftover Thanksgiving Turkey Sandwich with gravy and all the sides! After all, it's the mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, gravy, and stuffing that really bring it all together.
In This Post: Everything You'll Need For Making The Best Thanksgiving Leftover Sandwich
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- Best Turkey Club Sandwich Recipe
- Turkey Sandwich Ideas
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- What was on Ross's sandwich?
- Moist Maker Friends Episode
- More Leftover Turkey Recipes Easy and Quick
- What to Serve with Turkey Sandwiches
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Best Turkey Club Sandwich Recipe
The best turkey club sandwich recipe can be a gourmet open-faced turkey sandwich; it can be as fancy as you'd like it or a simple leftover turkey sandwich.
We like to go full-on on the first day after Thanksgiving by adding all the Thanksgiving leftover sides - mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, gravy, and the stuffing - into an authentic thick turkey club sandwich! Simply reliving that Thanksgiving dinner in the palm of my hands.
I live for leftovers because anytime I'm cooking a big batch, I do not have to worry about what's for lunch the next day (or week!)
Turkey Sandwich Ideas
If you have a lot of turkey leftover, here are some gourmet turkey sandwich healthy variation options you can try on different days.
1 - Gourmet Thanksgiving Turkey Sandwich with gravy and all the fixings
2 - Classic Turkey Sandwich with Havarti cheese, lettuce and tomatoes
3 - Vietnamese Turkey Sandwich Banh Mi with fresh cilantro, scallions and pickled carrots and radishes.
4 - Simple Leftover Turkey Sandwich - just hot turkey slices, butter and toast.
5 - Turkey, Bacon, Cranberry, and Brie Wraps - No-frill, easy make-ahead sandwiches for lunch that's a travel-friendly wrap!
Best Bread for Hot Thanksgiving Sandwiches
To make a killer 'best hot turkey sandwich recipe', you are going to need some hearty bread. We recommend thick slice sourdough bread. This bread, when toasted, really holds all the gravy, sauces and turkey meat together like a champ!
If you please, you can also enjoy it as a hot open faced turkey sandwich with stuffing! We don't judge!
If you got extra, why not try this Apple and Brie Grilled Cheese too!
What was on Ross's sandwich?
One of my favourite tv show is FRIENDS. Ross Geller's sandwich included classic Thanksgiving leftover dinner foods - turkey, stuffing, gravy, cranberry sauce and a piece of gravy soaked bread in the middle (The Moist Maker).
Moist Maker Friends Episode
If you are wondering which episode the moist maker appeared in. The Moist Maker appeared in in season 5, episode 9, aptly named "The One with Ross' sandwich."
Did you make this Ross Geller's FRIENDS Moist Maker Sandwich Recipe? I'd love to see how you went with my recipes! Leave a comment below or tag me on Instagram @INSTANOMSS #INSTANOMSS
More Leftover Turkey Recipes Easy and Quick
Suppose you are looking for a more creative way to clean-eating leftover roast turkey. How about swapping the sandwiches for a healthy leftover turkey casserole or trying these recipes instead?
What to Serve with Turkey Sandwiches
Or if you are wondering what to serve with turkey sandwiches instead of chips, here are some ideas to get you started:
PrintBest Leftover Thanksgiving Turkey Sandwich
Part of your gourmet Thanksgiving menu should always include "what to do with leftover turkey?". There's something special about a hot turkey sandwich that you won't get bored with no matter how much leftover turkey you have! So how about this Leftover Thanksgiving Turkey Sandwich with gravy and all the sides! After all, it's the mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, gravy, and stuffing that really bring it all together.
Ingredients
- 4 slices of sourdough bread, toasted
- 500g leftover roasted turkey, thick sliced
- 2 tbsp cranberry sauce
- 2 tbsp mayo (optional)
- 2 tbsp mashed potato (see my Instant Pot Mashed Potato recipe)
- ½ C leftover stuffing
- 2 tbsp gravy, warmed
- ¼ C sauteed kale
Instructions
- Toast 4 slices of sourdough bread.
- While the bread is toasted, reheat leftover turkey slices in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
- Spread one side of two pieces of toast with cranberry sauce, mashed potato, and mayo.
- Top each slice of bread with turkey slices, stuffing, gravy and sautéed kale.
- Spread remaining slices of toast with cranberry sauce and top sandwich.
- Cut in half and serve.
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Elizabeth says
So yummy and a great way to use leftovers!
Jean says
Leftovers are so important to utilize, in my opinion. No food should go to waste. Thank you for the recipe.
Leslie says
So fancy and SO GOOD!!
Amy Liu Dong says
Oh my, this sandwich dish looks amazingly delicious and very enticing too! A perfect treat for everybody!
Andréa says
Sounds like a delicious recipe!
Lilly says
I can't wait to make this again! It was so perfect for lunch
Nancy says
Happy Thanksgiving !!
Liz says
So delicious!!! This will become our day after Thanksgiving tradition!!!
`Michelle says
This is hands down the best way to eat Thanksgiving leftovers
Nancy says
Best way to wrap your hands around Thanksgiving meal!
Shadi Hasanzade says
Yes please! This sandwich alone is making me excited about Thanksgiving!
Nancy says
Happy Thanksgiving! Enjoy this Bomb Ass Sandwich!
Aimee Mars says
The title of this is perfect - it really is the best leftover sandwich. Thanks for sharing!
Nancy says
I totally agree! Everyone in our household looks forward to this turkey leftover sandwich!
Jess says
My favorite part of Thanksgiving is the leftovers! This is the perfect way to use up that leftover turkey!
Nancy says
Hey Jess - Can't agree with your more! Share this with your friends and family! I bet they want to wrap their fingers around this Holiday Turkey Sandwich too!
Sara says
Love finding recipes for leftover Thanksgiving food.... and mashed potatoes ON the sandwich! Can't wait to try this!
Nancy says
SO moist and succulent!
Jo Keohane says
If there is one thing I love more than a turkey dinner it's leftover turkey sandwiches. Especially ones that use the gravy. Great recipe - thanks for posting.
Nancy says
I love that you speak my language Jo! I loveee the leftover turkey sandwich the most too! They don't call it the Moist Maker for now reason! amiright?
Chloe says
I am pro any sandwich that involves gravy! Especially a leftover turkey and stuffing sarnie, it's what I have in the evening ever Christmas Day 🙂
Nancy says
This would be perfect for any occasion!
Janice says
A wonderful sandwich. There's nothing quite like leftovers, I think I like them better than the original meal!
Nancy says
thanks Janice! i love leftovers myself too!
Sisley White - Sew White says
So easy to make and so full of flavour. Love it!
Nancy says
Happy Thanksgiving! Holiday planning made easy!
Nancy says
What a great and delicious way to enjoy those thanksgiving leftovers. I know my family would love these.
Nancy says
I love thanksgiving leftovers! not having to cook the next day is the best part !!
Andrea says
the perfect way to use up leftovers! love it!
Nancy says
totally! i like different ways to change up the leftover game!
Kristin says
What a great idea!
Nancy says
Thanks Kristin!
megane says
And they really the best way to have leftover turkey.
Nancy says
It is! it's a nice stack!
Amy Liu Dong says
I love how easy and delicious you make this.
I will def keep our Turkey left over to make this sandwich.
Thank you!
Nancy says
Thanks Amy! It's delicious and not so boring to just reheat leftover turkey! 🙂
Mary says
I think the Thanksgiving turkey was meant more for the sandwich the next day than the meal itself. And, cranberry sauce is not optional! Thanks for the great tips.
Nancy says
I totally agree with you Mary - it's super awesome handheld!
Evi says
I'm loving the gourmet recipe options! Can't wait to make on of them. The Vietnamese one sounds delicious.
Nancy says
Thanks Evi! Happy Thanksgiving to you!
Emily says
I happened to have some leftover turkey and mashed potatoes; this sandwich is brilliant! I'll definitely be making this again after Thanksgiving!
Nancy says
I like the way you live Emily!
Jamie says
This looks so good and great for lunch!
Nancy says
Enjoy this moist maker!
Alexandra says
Such a great sandwich, and I am looking forward to making it again this Thanksgiving!
Nancy says
This recipe never gets old!
Angela says
A great way to use up leftovers.
Nancy says
totally agree with you Angela!
Tayler says
I made these sandwiches last year and they were incredible! Already can’t wait to make them again this year!
Nancy says
Thanks Tayler! I'm prepping myself to make sure I have all the ingredients to recreate this again this year too!
Amanda Wren-Grimwood says
What a brilliant idea for all of those leftovers. Can't beat a loaded turkey sandwich.
Nancy says
This loaded turkey sandwich is so bomb!
Lexi says
Omg love this. Can't go wrong with the moist maker!!
Nancy says
Ross knowns what's up!
Nikki says
This sandwich looks scrumptious! A fantastic way to use leftover turkey.
Nancy says
Nothing beats the Friends way!
Nic says
This was so yummy and such a great way to use up our leftover turkey!! Will make this again after thanksgiving when I have more! Thanks!
Liza says
All my favorite Thanksgiving flavors in one amazing sandwich! Love this creative recipe!
Janessa says
LOVE the idea of including all of the leftover sides in a turkey sandwich. I can hardly wait until Thanksgiving so that I can make this sandwich!
Sharon says
This sandwich has all the trimming from thanksgiving wrapped up in toasted bread, the perfect way to eat leftovers!
Linda says
Always love leftovers that turn into another delicious meal like this one!
Nancy says
Thanks Linda! I always want to make extras just for the leftovers! 🙂
Julia says
Such a genius sandwich, love the flavors with the leftovers.
Nancy says
Thanks Julia! It's a great way to use up leftover turkey!
Jean says
such a good tasty sandwich to make and enjoy turkey after thanksgiving.
Nancy says
Whenever we have turkey we would make this sandwich!
Alexandra says
I love a good sandwich, and this is delicious!
Nancy says
I agree with you!! I live for bomb ass sandwiches!
Jamie says
This is a great use for leftover turkey!
Nancy says
Hi five to thanksgiving left overs!
Rupali says
This recipe is so handy for all the leftovers!
Nancy says
totally easy to make and switch up leftovers after thanksgiving feast!
Andrea says
love this leftover recipe so much! definitely a great way to not let things go to waste after thanksgiving!
Nancy says
Zero waste sandwich meals for thanksgiving!
Jan says
TG day is going to be so yum this year and so will the next day!!
Nancy says
Totally!! I gives us an excuse to make an extra large turkey and feast thanksgiving this year just for the leftovers the next day!
Gina Abernathy says
The best part about a Thanksgiving meal is the leftovers. This sandwich is exactly what I do with my leftovers from the day before. Personally, I believe the leftovers are better. 🙂
Nancy says
Gina - that makes two of us! I love the leftovers in my joey fat pants!
Heidy says
This was a great turkey repurpose recipe that our entire family enjoyed. I will definitely be making this again soon. Happy Holidays!
Heidy
Nancy says
The sandwich really holds all the leftovers together nicely!
Natalie says
This sandwich sounds wonderful. I love added potato, how clever to use ALL the leftovers from dinner. I'm saving this recipe and I will make this for sure. Thanks for this idea!
Nancy says
Hope it comes in handy this weekend!
🙂 Happy Thanksgiving!
Amy Casey says
We always make double of all our Thanksgiving dishes so we have leftovers. Your delicious sandwich has been added to our list of recipes to make!!
Nancy says
Making double is our style too! 🙂 Team Leftovers!
Chandice Probst says
Oh my gosh this really is the best leftover Thanksgiving sandwich! Between the potatoes, gravy, stuffing and the cranberry sauce, which is the best part, you nailed it!
Nancy says
I couldn't choose which leftovers were better - so i used them all! Everyone wins!
Debbie says
This Leftover Turkey sandwich sounds amazing ..adding the potatoes and cranberry sauce is ingenious. I will being trying this with our leftovers .
Nancy says
Thanks Debbie! Making leftovers NOT boring is out motto!
Alex says
I normally hate leftovers but this looks incredible! What a creative way to make leftovers not only edible, but really delicious. 🙂
Nancy says
It definitely gives these otherwise boring leftovers a new life!
Erin says
I so wish I had all the ingredients to make these right now! They sound perfect. Totally saving these for next Friday!
Nancy says
Happy Thanksgiving!!
Linda says
No that's a sandwich! I love turkey sandwiches after Thanksgiving and usually will add some cranberry sauce for a tangy touch but never tired it with everything. Sounds like the perfect way to relive the big tasty dinner.
Nancy says
the cranberry sauce is such a magic ingredient!! i love adding it too!
veenaazmanov says
This looks so tempting and inviting too. Love the Leftover usage. Awesome.
Nancy says
Leftovers after thanksgiving is the best!
Christa says
This looks seriously delicious!
Nancy says
Something to look forward to!!
Mahfam Braithwaite says
That looks so good. Yours look so fancy and pretty at the same time delish looking. Thank you for sharing!
Nancy says
thanks Mahfam!
Julie says
Fabulous ideas for leftover turkey!!! I pinned and will refer back to this at Thanksgiving!!! Thanks!
Nancy says
Happy Thanksgiving and feasting!
Nadia says
Can I just call you the Thanksgiving leftover Queen?! I had to pin this so I can know what to do with my leftovers after Thanksgiving.
Nancy says
Awwwww thanks Nadia! Happy Thanksgiving!
styledbysetitra says
ohhh that looks amazing! Turkey sandwiches are my favorite!
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Nancy says
I agree with you! It's perfect for everyday not just Thanksgiving!
Rachel says
Looks so good! The key is warm toasty thick bread in my opinion 😉
Nancy says
you got it nailed!!
Chenée says
Definitely saving this yummy sandwich recipe for the day after Thanksgiving when we have way too much turkey left over!
Nancy says
Wish you a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday!
Ramona says
I love these leftover turkey sandwich ideas, they look so delicious! Thank you for sharing these recipes, I cant wait to try some of these!
Nancy says
I love leftovers!! It's like meal prepping
😀
Aya says
Thanksgiving in a sandwich! This looks and sounds delicious! I can’t wait to have leftover turkey to try it!
Nancy says
It literally is Thanksgiving in a sandwich! It's wonderful and portable!
Kathryn says
I am definitely going to be making this sandwich the day after thanksgiving. What a fabulous idea, thank you so much!
Nancy says
I can't wait to see your Thanksgiving spread!
Jenny says
Your leftover turkey sandwich looks fantastic! We need to bookmark the post; we should make these. We are a big family and always make a giant turkey but struggle to be creative with leftovers. Thanks so much for the sandwich idea. It is terrific.
Nancy says
That's a good reason to have a big bird!!
Louise says
Canadian Thanksgiving has been and gone, so we have already embraced turkey leftovers!! Man was this good! Adding mashed potato is GENIUS!!!! So delicious! YUM!
Nancy says
I know! i already celebrated Canadian Thanksgiving! Now I am re-living the American one! 🙂
Healing Tomato says
I always love recipes that make use of leftovers! Waste not, want not! You have found a very creative recipe for leftover turkey that looks so amazing!
Nancy says
I just make a big batch of everything cause i'm "planning" for the leftovers hahhaa
Angie says
I love Thanksgiving leftover turkey in a sandwich with all the traditional sides. And your turkey sandwich looks really good (pretty photos!).
Nancy says
Stack your sammy thick and it is a the best way to cure a holiday hangover!
Allyssa says
Thanks a lot for this amazing and super easy to make turkey sandwich recipe! It's really tasty and very flavorful! Will surely have this again! Highly recommended!
Nancy says
Awesome!! Happy Holidays!!
veenaazmanov says
This is such an awesome combination of ingredients. Perfect Sandwich for any meal. Presentation yum.
Nancy says
The best part! you don't have to cook anything cuz they're leftovers 🙂
Linda says
I'm all about leftovers and this one is so delicious. Can't wait to save any turkey leftovers to make this sandwich
Nancy says
Just make extra this Thanksgiving and you will not have to worry about cooking the next week! am i right?
Mihaela | https://theworldisanoyster.com/ says
I am all for using any food left after a big dinner, and this is a great way!
Nancy says
I agree, this is excellent to change up eating the leftovers without feeling too boring!
Amy says
I'm making a list of leftover turkey ideas as I always have so much that I almost have to eat it for 3 -4 days after! Nice to have some options to mix it up as I would prefer not to freeze the leftovers.
Nancy says
freezing leftovers never tastes the same afterwards! amiright?
Freya says
Sometimes I think the leftovers are the best part of thanksgiving! I love how you’ve packed this sandwich full of festive flavours, can’t wait to try it!
Nancy says
I agree! I would just make extra because I am planning for the "leftovers" 🙂
jules says
This recipe completely reminds me of that "Friends" episode where Ross has the special leftover sandwich that Monica makes him on Thanksgiving, and then that second episode where Ross has to take a leave of absence from work because he was enraged that someone ate his loaded post-thanksgiving sandwich. BTW serious yum here, love that you added kale.
Nancy says
Ross' moist maker sandwich is awesome!
Andrea White says
Delicious! Such an easy recipe!
Nancy says
thank you - hope you enjoy it!
Terri says
I love your leftover turkey sandwich ideas- so much fancier than I usually make! I buy a bigger turkey just so I can have leftovers 🙂
Nancy says
that's smart thinking! bigger turkey, more leftovers!