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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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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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Cranberry Salad III

Submitted by: Ms. Susan Nikolaus 
A nice change from the traditional cranberry sauce. 

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Cindy's Turkey Salad

Submitted by: SYNDI111 
Great for leftover Thanksgiving turkey! I threw it together and decided to write down the measurements. Everyone loved it! For a kick add more jalapeno pepper! 

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Grandma's Cranberry-Orange Gelatin Salad

Submitted by: Carissa 
A classic cranberry-pineapple gelatin salad expected on everyone's Thanksgiving menu, this version adds a flavor twist with orange zest and pecans. 

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Pineapple Cranberry Relish

Submitted by: GWYNN 
This sweet, tangy and crunchy relish combines the zesty flavors of pineapple and cranberries with tart walnuts and sweet strawberries. A delightful accompaniment to holiday meals! 

Turkey Wild Rice Soup II

Submitted by: Galynn 
Use your left-over turkey to make a surprisingly elegant cream soup full of tender wild rice and turkey, simmered in broth enriched with half-and-half. Slivered almonds add crunch. 

Steamed Christmas Pudding

Submitted by: Leeza 
Mincemeat is steamed with cranberry sauce, pumpkin puree, eggs, flour, butter and sugar, and served with a sweet, creamy frosting. 

Cranberry Gelatin Salad II

Submitted by: Eleanor Johnson 
The zing in this creamy gelatin salad loaded with pineapple, apple and chunky cranberry sauce comes from bottled salad dressing. 

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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 

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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Chutney Turkey Salad

Submitted by: Taste of Home Test Kitchen 
Any mild white cheese can be substituted for the Monterey Jack. 

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Hawaiian Fruit Crumble

Submitted by: Eleanor Johnson 
This is an old family favorite. We especially like it for the Thanksgiving holiday. Originally submitted to ThanksgivingRecipe.com.  

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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. 

Thanksgiving Flavored Turkey Burgers

Submitted by: Hez 
When you are hankering for the flavors of Thanksgiving, make these easy grilled turkey burgers with stuffing mix, served on buns and topped with cranberry sauce and a little cream cheese. 

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Cranberry Brownie Torte

Submitted by: Taste of Home's Fast Family Favorites 
Canned cranberry sauce adds a festive touch to this dessert. 

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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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Last-Minute Cranberry Relish

Submitted by: Cathy Rogers 
Feature this no-fuss relish alongside your bird or roast and just wait for compliments. 'One year I brought this to a church Thanksgiving dinner,' recalls Cathy Rogers of Ashewille, North Carolina. 'Several people asked what spices I used to make it so terrific. 

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Ruby Pears

Submitted by: Kathy Ginn 
Cranberry sauce gives a sweet-tart taste to pear halves in this spiced side dish that's perfect for fall. 'It's excellent with chicken or pork dishes and can be enjoyed hot or cold,' says Kathy Ginn of Washington Court House, Ohio. 

Cashew Turkey Pasta Salad

Submitted by: Megan Taylor 
This is a great way to use up leftover turkey after the holidays. Grilled chicken is as good substitute. --Megan Taylor 

 
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