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Teriyaki Coconut Turkey

This is a simple recipe perfect for leftover poultry.  I used turkey but chicken would be wonderful too. Ingredients Leftover meat of choice shredded or in bite size pieces One can of coconut milk One 14-16 ounce bottle of teriyaki sauce Lime wedges (optional but recommended) Directions To a large skillet add one can of… Continue reading Teriyaki Coconut Turkey

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Using up leftovers – Taco style turkey and rice bowls

This little pack of rice can turn leftover meat into a quick yummy meal in about ten minutes. I like to make a lot of my food from scratch. However I also have five children and an incredibly busy life. Keeping a few of these in my pantry makes it much less likely that I… Continue reading Using up leftovers – Taco style turkey and rice bowls

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Using up leftovers – Sausage and Turkey Rigatoni

It’s Holiday Season. The days are short and cold. If you are anything like me you are doing your shopping two days before Christmas (in my defense my kids so looking for their things so this is the only way to not spoil it) Easy but satisfying meals are a must. Preferably low cost as… Continue reading Using up leftovers – Sausage and Turkey Rigatoni

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Breadless Monte Cristo

Spiral ham is one of my daughters favorite meals. This time of year I love to buy a few while they are on sale. My favorite way to cook is to simply toss in the slow cooker for 3 to 4 hours on low. Just like with my turkey I try to get every bit… Continue reading Breadless Monte Cristo

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Sheet Pan Leftover Turkey and Green Beans

This week has been one for the books. Sick kids since Saturday. Routine was something to just think about and laugh this week. Tonight dinner was not looking good. My husband was out picking up our older daughter. The toddler didn’t nap so was in chaos mode. As dinnertime approached I regretted my declaration that… Continue reading Sheet Pan Leftover Turkey and Green Beans

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What To Do With All Those Leftovers?

Whether you cook a turkey once a year or you go a little crazy like me and buy a few more turkeys than you care to admit one thing in true. Cooking a whole turkey usually results in lots of Leftovers! I’m starting a series with a pretty straightforward title… What to do with all… Continue reading What To Do With All Those Leftovers?