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Hot Turkey Sandwiches

Submitted by: Charla Sackmann 
'I was first served this hearty hot sandwich at a friend's home,' recalls Charla Sackmann from Glidden, Iowa. 'I couldn't wait to get the recipe and make it myself. The cheesy sauce is a delicious disguise for leftover turkey or chicken.' 

Curried Turkey Salad

Submitted by: Jo Crouch 
In East Alton, Illinois, Jo Crouch blends leftover turkey with grapes, peanuts and celery, then ties it together with a creamy curry dressing. The colorful combination's great for a light lunch or dinner. 

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Turkey Salad Croissants

Submitted by: Kim Due 
When she wants to feed her family without heating up the kitchen, Kim Due of Friend, Nebraska turns to this tasty sandwich filling. 'I keep the creamy crunchy mixture on hand for lunches and after-school snacks,' she says. 'It's a great way to use up leftover turkey and make the most of garden-fresh vegetables. 

Hot Turkey Salad

Submitted by: princessde 
One family's vintage 'after Thanksgiving' casserole, this hot turkey salad mixes leftover turkey with celery, grated onion, chopped pecans, mayonnaise, and lemon juice and bakes it under a topping of Cheddar cheese and crushed potato chips. 

Turkey Cranwich

Submitted by: Judy Benson 
'My mother-in-law and I are always dreaming up new sandwiches,' reports Judy Benson of Capron, Illinois. 'When we put these Thanksgiving leftovers between slices of sourdough bread, we knew we had a family favorite.' 

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Wild Rice and Turkey Salad

Submitted by: Ginny Schneider 
Ginny Schneider of Muenster, Texas serves this tasty main-dish salad for a colorful change of pace. 'Spinach and wild rice provide the refreshing difference,' she remarks. 'Plus it's a great way to use leftover turkey.' 

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Warm Greek Pita Sandwiches With Turkey and Cucumber-Yogurt Sauce

Submitted by: USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson 
The perfect ending to the holiday turkey is this Greek-inspired sandwich served in a warmed pita. It is filled with lettuce, tomatoes, and turkey, and topped with a homemade cucumber sauce. 

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Turkey Waldorf Pita

Submitted by: Rita Miller 
We like to roast turkey throughout the year because we enjoy the leftovers. Several years ago, while nibbling on a fresh Waldorf salad and some cold turkey, I decided to combine the two. This pita was an instant hit. --Rita Miller, Huntingdon, Pennsylvania 

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Open-Faced Turkey Sandwiches

Submitted by: Tiffany Mouren 
In Oakdale, California, Tiffany Mouren uses a flavorful garlic spread to give Italian flair to her warm turkey sandwiches. Mozzarella cheese melted on top adds a fast final touch to the open-faced rolls. 

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Annie's Turkey Salad

Submitted by: Ann Sizemore 
This chunky turkey salad is served chilled. It's a great way to use up leftovers. The ingredients may be adjusted to taste. 
 
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