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Turkey Pot Pie

Submitted by: Linda 
A perfect way to use up left over turkey. This pie tastes yummy, and will feed up to eight hungry people. Originally submitted to ThanksgivingRecipe.com. 

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Tex-Mex Turkey Soup

Submitted by: SSTRAWDER 
Home Town: Wichita, Kansas, USA
Living In: Naperville, Illinois, USA
Shredded turkey in a tomato-based soup is jazzed up with herbs and spices for a rich and warming alternative to leftover turkey sandwiches. 

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Cobb Salad

Submitted by: Bill 
Everyone loves a Cobb salad and this is a great recipe. It makes plain old, shredded iceberg lettuce shine. Bacon, hard boiled eggs, chicken, tomatoes, blue cheese, avocado, green onion and dressing. 

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Twice-Baked Mashed Potatoes

Submitted by: Margaret Mayhugh 
If you like the filling in twice-baked potatoes, you'll love the flavor of this savory side dish that complements most entrees. 'It's a good way to finish off extra mashed potatoes,' says Margaret Mayhugh of Murphysboro, Illinois. 

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Turkey Pot Pie III

Submitted by: MANEY42 
This simple pot pie is a great way to use turkey leftovers and eat your veggies at the same time! Cream of mushroom soup may be used instead of golden mushroom soup in the filling. 

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Smoked Salmon Sushi Roll

Submitted by: Vivian Lee 
Why go out and buy expensive sushi when you can make it right at home? This simple dish is made from steamed rice, with avocado, cucumber and smoked salmon all wrapped up in dried seaweed. It might take awhile to learn how to make a perfect roll, but you'll have fun trying! Add wasabi (Japanese horseradish) for a good kick! 

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Mimi's Smoked Salmon Chowder

Submitted by: hils 
Living In: Sequim, Washington, USA
Smoked salmon stars with potatoes, celery, onion, herbs, and spices in this hearty chicken stock-based chowder that's pure Pacific Northwest comfort food. 

Hearty Turkey Soup with Parsley Dumplings

Submitted by: Christine L. 
This is a yummy variation of that traditional use of the leftover turkey. 

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BBQ Pork Salad with Summer Fruits and Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette

Submitted by: National Pork Board 
A festive, colorful salad with the fresh flavors of summer fruits and sliced BBQ pork dressed with a spicy honey balsamic vinaigrette. A tasty one-dish meal for summer! 

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Shrimp Gazpacho

Submitted by: Dawn 
Living In: Pulaski, Wisconsin, USA
This quick and easy version of the cold tomato soup gazpacho is unique due to the addition of avocados and shrimp. 

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Steamed Egg (Chawan Mushi)

Submitted by: CONNIEL1M 
This recipe is for enjoying the texture of eggs at the most tendermost but easiest level. It has the sweetest aroma I have ever tasted in eggs using the least ingredients. 

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Idaho Potato Cake

Submitted by: LaRene Reed 
Potatoes in dessert? Many cooks never think of the possibility. But this delicious cake gets its moist texture from Idaho spuds. We raise them here on our farm, and our son has also developed and markets potato ice cream! --LaRene Reed, Idaho Falls, Idaho 

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Ham Potato Puffs

Submitted by: Brad Eichelberger 
From York, Pennsylvania, Brad Eichelberger writes, 'This is a different way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. It was an instant hit with our teenagers.' Tip: 'Serve with steamed green beans, cauliflower or broccoli,' he says. 

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Classic Clam Chowder

Submitted by: USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson 
Give leftover mashed potatoes a second life: Make a pot of clam chowder. 

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Corn with a Kick

Submitted by: Nancy McDonald 
From Burns, Wyoming, Nancy McDonald shares this zesty summer side dish that's great with canned , frozen or leftover corn. Tomato and green pepper add bright color and taste. 'It' terrific at barbecues and potlucks,' she assures. 

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St. Patrick's Colcannon

Submitted by: Auntie M Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
Living In: San Jose, California, USA
Here's a great way to use up leftover corned beef from St. Patrick's day or to stretch a little corned beef to feed a crowd. Mashed red potatoes, shredded cabbage, and plenty of butter make it taste oh-so-good. 

Prime Rib Soup

Submitted by: Emily Tisdale Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
Leftover bones from a prime rib roast are easily made into this tasty soup. 

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Sour Cream Potato Rolls

Submitted by: Carol Giesbrecht 
Carol Giesbrecht from Kitchener, Ontario uses leftover mashed potatoes and mace in the dough for these tender rolls. 'They've been a favorite in my family for years,' she say. 'They're delicious warm with butter and peach jam.' 

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Country Potato Dressing

Submitted by: Lauren Buckner 
My family can't get enough dressing around the holidays. With this recipe, I use up leftover mashed potatoes to create a tasty new dish. --Lauren Buckner, Greenville, South Carolina 

Tater-Topped Dogs

Submitted by: Margaret Pienta 
'When we were raising our six children, they took turns cooking supper,' recounts Margaret Pienta of Abilene, Texas. 'Every time my oldest son's turn came around, we knew what he'd be serving...this great-tasting favorite of his. Now we make it for our grandkids.' 

 
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