What to do with all of the Thanksgiving leftovers? I have the perfect idea on how to use leftover turkey, dressing, and more. Try our ultimate turkey thanksgiving sandwich this year. We think you will very pleased.
Spicy Thanksgiving Turkey & Dressing Sandwich
Imagine this; it’s the day after Thanksgiving. You inhale deeply, strike a yoga pose. Exhale. You have obtained inner-peace because you pulled off one of the most anxiety-laden dinner occasions of the year. And now you are just relieved. Why? For one, the guests have vanished and your home is once again all yours again. And two, now you’re going to make something awesomely special just for you. You’re worth it and well deserved after all of the hard work. You need something deliciously special like our Spicy Thanksgiving Turkey & Dressing Sandwich. Right? Right! I mean, why not? Plus, you already got all of the fixings.
You got the amazing cornbread dressing you made. And loads of succulent Honeysuckle Turkey. I am also willing to bet good money there is still a bit of cranberry sauce left.
I will show you how to make a super easy Spicy Habanero Mayo brighten things up a bit with a bit of heat, not a lot. Just enough to elevate and accentuate all of those delicious flavors.
Let’s start with the turkey.
I picked up the Fresh Honeysuckle White Whole Turkey from my local Kroger store. And the great thing about Honeysuckle is they got options. For big gatherings, there is the Fresh Honeysuckle White Whole Turkey. And for not-so-large dining, The Honeysuckle White Bone-In Breast is ideal for holiday dinners. Waste not, want not, right? Now, tell me that’s not the coolest. We usually have a big turkey since we typically have 15-20 people over for Thanksgiving dinner. However, even after I spend my time preparing a delicious turkey stuffed with butter, rosemary, and other herbs, we still have a lot leftover. The Honeysuckle White Bone-In Breast is ideal for those looking to entertain on the smaller side, or if you’re like us and need a lot of Turkey this particular one is great for extra white meat.
Turkey Directions:
- Thaw turkey in iced water for 24-hours before cooking.
- Pat the turkey dry using paper towels.
- Brush turkey with extra virgin olive oil.
- Season the turkey with sea salt and freshly cracked black peppercorns and place in a Turkey Bag.
- Cook on the lower rack in a preheated 350-degree oven.
- Cook the turkey for 3 hours or until an internal reading (not touching a bone) of 165 degrees is reached. Always, be sure to read the package for cooking time and instructions.)
- Remove the turkey from the oven and allow it to stand for 15 minutes before carving.
- Carve and serve.
Don’t you dare laugh! Our bird lost a bit of skin when removing this fine specimen from the turkey bag.
Here’s how to make the Ultimate Thanksgiving Leftover Sandwich!
After you’ve enjoyed your delicious Thanksgiving feast, it’s time to address the leftovers!
Ingredients:
- 2 slices of good bread, toasted
- 1 cup chopped turkey
- 2 tablespoons grated Gouda cheese
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
- 1/2 cup leftover dressing/stuffing
- 1/4 chopped Parsley
- Caramelized onions
- Cranberry Sauce
- Spicy Habanero Mayo
- 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
Directions:
Toast the bread with a bit of olive oil and unsalted butter.
On one toasted slice of bread add Spicy Habanero Mayo, chopped turkey, caramelized onions, and grated Gouda cheese.
On the other slice of toasted bread add cranberry sauce, dressing, chopped parsley, and spicy mayo.
Bring the two pieces together.
Serve, and be forever thankful.
Spicy Habanero Mayo Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons chopped Cilantro
- 4 tablespoons El Yucateco Habanero Hot Sauce
- Sea Salt, to taste
- Freshly Ground Black Peppercorns, to taste
Directions:
- Into a small mixing bowl add mayo, Habanero hot sauce, chopped cilantro, sea salt, and freshly ground black peppercorns.
- Mix well until the ingredients are well-combined and smooth.
- Spoon into a squeeze bottle and use it as needed.
What are ways you use up your leftover Thanksgiving food? Drop me a line below and let me know! And, if you try our sandwich, come back and give feedback!
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