Dear Reader,
Most people think of shopping on the day after Thanksgiving, but I think of leftovers. The original fare always tastes great, but to me the leftovers are even better. Before I put the turkey in the fridge after the big meal, I pick the bones clean and the “leftovers” go into turkey pies (see the simple instructions below).
Turkey isn't the only food that tastes better to me 'the day after.' Popcorn isn't really at its best until it sits in the pan (covered with a lid), for a day or two. Mickey's Pizza from down the street is unbeatable hot out-of-the-oven, but it takes on a delightfully different texture and taste the next day, when I grab a piece out of the refrigerator and have cold pizza for breakfast.
'Day after' cold potstickers, leftover cold corn or green beans, even a can of flat soda pop sounds like a gourmet treat to me. If you’re a left over eater and you have some suggestions for me to try, please do let me know.
My quick and easy recipe for Leftover Turkey Pies:
Line a pie pan with ready-made crust and fill it two-thirds of the way with cut-up leftover turkey. Dice a fresh onion, add vegetables (a package of frozen, or leftover fresh veggies from the relish tray). Pour any leftover gravy on top. If Uncle Fred polished off the gravy, open a can of turkey or chicken gravy. I prefer chicken because it has more flavor. Season with pepper. Add top crust.
Bake in a 400 degree oven until golden brown. You've got the perfect leftover turkey pie. It's as simple as that.
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Suzanne Beecher
Suzanne@DearReader.com
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