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    Best Leftover Thanksgiving Turkey Sandwich

    Oct 7, 2021 · 64 Comments

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    gourmet leftover Thanksgiving Turkey Sandwich with gravy and all the sides

    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.

    gourmet leftover Thanksgiving Turkey Sandwich with gravy and all the sides
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    • Best Leftover Thanksgiving Turkey Sandwich

    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!)

    gourmet leftover Thanksgiving Turkey Sandwich with gravy and all the sides

    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!

    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."

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    gourmet leftover Thanksgiving Turkey Sandwich with gravy and all the sides

    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? 

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    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:

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    gourmet leftover Thanksgiving Turkey Sandwich with gravy and all the sides

    Best Leftover Thanksgiving Turkey Sandwich

    ★★★★★ 5 from 23 reviews
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    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

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    • 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

    1. Toast 4 slices of sourdough bread.
    2. While the bread is toasted, reheat leftover turkey slices in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
    3. Spread one side of two pieces of toast with cranberry sauce, mashed potato, and mayo.
    4. Top each slice of bread with turkey slices, stuffing, gravy and sautéed kale.
    5. Spread remaining slices of toast with cranberry sauce and top sandwich.
    6. Cut in half and serve.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Heidy says

      November 22, 2021 at 2:59 am

      This was a great turkey repurpose recipe that our entire family enjoyed. I will definitely be making this again soon. Happy Holidays!

      Heidy

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 23, 2021 at 4:47 pm

        The sandwich really holds all the leftovers together nicely!

        Reply
    2. Natalie says

      November 22, 2021 at 1:04 am

      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!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 23, 2021 at 4:47 pm

        Hope it comes in handy this weekend!
        🙂 Happy Thanksgiving!

        Reply
    3. Amy Casey says

      November 21, 2021 at 3:15 pm

      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!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 23, 2021 at 4:50 pm

        Making double is our style too! 🙂 Team Leftovers!

        Reply
    4. Chandice Probst says

      November 21, 2021 at 1:41 pm

      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!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 23, 2021 at 4:51 pm

        I couldn't choose which leftovers were better - so i used them all! Everyone wins!

        Reply
    5. Debbie says

      November 21, 2021 at 6:15 am

      This Leftover Turkey sandwich sounds amazing ..adding the potatoes and cranberry sauce is ingenious. I will being trying this with our leftovers .

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 23, 2021 at 4:54 pm

        Thanks Debbie! Making leftovers NOT boring is out motto!

        Reply
    6. Alex says

      November 19, 2021 at 11:45 am

      I normally hate leftovers but this looks incredible! What a creative way to make leftovers not only edible, but really delicious. 🙂

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 19, 2021 at 3:37 pm

        It definitely gives these otherwise boring leftovers a new life!

        Reply
    7. Erin says

      November 19, 2021 at 10:51 am

      I so wish I had all the ingredients to make these right now! They sound perfect. Totally saving these for next Friday!

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 19, 2021 at 3:39 pm

        Happy Thanksgiving!!

        Reply
    8. Linda says

      November 18, 2021 at 7:06 am

      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.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 18, 2021 at 11:52 am

        the cranberry sauce is such a magic ingredient!! i love adding it too!

        Reply
    9. veenaazmanov says

      November 18, 2021 at 4:43 am

      This looks so tempting and inviting too. Love the Leftover usage. Awesome.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 18, 2021 at 11:53 am

        Leftovers after thanksgiving is the best!

        Reply
    10. Christa says

      November 09, 2021 at 7:38 pm

      This looks seriously delicious!

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 11, 2021 at 10:18 am

        Something to look forward to!!

        Reply
    11. Mahfam Braithwaite says

      November 09, 2021 at 6:37 pm

      That looks so good. Yours look so fancy and pretty at the same time delish looking. Thank you for sharing!

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 11, 2021 at 10:20 am

        thanks Mahfam!

        Reply
    12. Julie says

      November 09, 2021 at 5:23 pm

      Fabulous ideas for leftover turkey!!! I pinned and will refer back to this at Thanksgiving!!! Thanks!

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 11, 2021 at 10:21 am

        Happy Thanksgiving and feasting!

        Reply
    13. Nadia says

      November 09, 2021 at 4:25 pm

      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.

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 11, 2021 at 10:21 am

        Awwwww thanks Nadia! Happy Thanksgiving!

        Reply
    14. styledbysetitra says

      November 09, 2021 at 3:51 pm

      ohhh that looks amazing! Turkey sandwiches are my favorite!

      - Setitra @ setitraymccain.com

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 10, 2021 at 8:56 pm

        I agree with you! It's perfect for everyday not just Thanksgiving!

        Reply
    15. Rachel says

      November 09, 2021 at 1:23 pm

      Looks so good! The key is warm toasty thick bread in my opinion 😉

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 09, 2021 at 1:57 pm

        you got it nailed!!

        Reply
    16. Chenée says

      November 07, 2021 at 7:33 pm

      Definitely saving this yummy sandwich recipe for the day after Thanksgiving when we have way too much turkey left over!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 07, 2021 at 10:04 pm

        Wish you a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday!

        Reply
    17. Ramona says

      November 07, 2021 at 1:54 pm

      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!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 07, 2021 at 10:05 pm

        I love leftovers!! It's like meal prepping
        😀

        Reply
    18. Aya says

      November 07, 2021 at 9:33 am

      Thanksgiving in a sandwich! This looks and sounds delicious! I can’t wait to have leftover turkey to try it!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 07, 2021 at 10:05 pm

        It literally is Thanksgiving in a sandwich! It's wonderful and portable!

        Reply
    19. Kathryn says

      November 07, 2021 at 9:01 am

      I am definitely going to be making this sandwich the day after thanksgiving. What a fabulous idea, thank you so much!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 07, 2021 at 10:06 pm

        I can't wait to see your Thanksgiving spread!

        Reply
    20. Jenny says

      November 07, 2021 at 7:22 am

      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.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 07, 2021 at 10:07 pm

        That's a good reason to have a big bird!!

        Reply
    21. Louise says

      November 06, 2021 at 4:25 pm

      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!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 07, 2021 at 10:09 pm

        I know! i already celebrated Canadian Thanksgiving! Now I am re-living the American one! 🙂

        Reply
    22. Healing Tomato says

      November 04, 2021 at 8:49 pm

      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!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 05, 2021 at 11:43 am

        I just make a big batch of everything cause i'm "planning" for the leftovers hahhaa

        Reply
    23. Angie says

      November 04, 2021 at 6:17 am

      I love Thanksgiving leftover turkey in a sandwich with all the traditional sides. And your turkey sandwich looks really good (pretty photos!).

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 04, 2021 at 12:24 pm

        Stack your sammy thick and it is a the best way to cure a holiday hangover!

        Reply
    24. Allyssa says

      November 04, 2021 at 2:32 am

      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!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 04, 2021 at 12:23 pm

        Awesome!! Happy Holidays!!

        Reply
    25. veenaazmanov says

      November 03, 2021 at 10:43 pm

      This is such an awesome combination of ingredients. Perfect Sandwich for any meal. Presentation yum.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 04, 2021 at 12:23 pm

        The best part! you don't have to cook anything cuz they're leftovers 🙂

        Reply
    26. Linda says

      November 03, 2021 at 9:10 pm

      I'm all about leftovers and this one is so delicious. Can't wait to save any turkey leftovers to make this sandwich

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 04, 2021 at 12:23 pm

        Just make extra this Thanksgiving and you will not have to worry about cooking the next week! am i right?

        Reply
    27. Mihaela | https://theworldisanoyster.com/ says

      November 03, 2021 at 5:06 am

      I am all for using any food left after a big dinner, and this is a great way!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 03, 2021 at 1:05 pm

        I agree, this is excellent to change up eating the leftovers without feeling too boring!

        Reply
    28. Amy says

      November 03, 2021 at 12:43 am

      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.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 03, 2021 at 1:05 pm

        freezing leftovers never tastes the same afterwards! amiright?

        Reply
    29. Freya says

      November 03, 2021 at 12:09 am

      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!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 03, 2021 at 1:06 pm

        I agree! I would just make extra because I am planning for the "leftovers" 🙂

        Reply
    30. jules says

      November 02, 2021 at 10:33 pm

      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.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 03, 2021 at 1:06 pm

        Ross' moist maker sandwich is awesome!

        Reply
    31. Andrea White says

      October 30, 2021 at 7:04 pm

      Delicious! Such an easy recipe!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        October 31, 2021 at 9:36 am

        thank you - hope you enjoy it!

        Reply
    32. Terri says

      October 18, 2021 at 4:37 pm

      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 🙂

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        October 19, 2021 at 11:22 am

        that's smart thinking! bigger turkey, more leftovers!

        Reply

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