Leftover Magic
With these leftover creations, you can make the most of the festive season without feeling like you’re stuck in a loop of turkey and stuffing.
By the time December 28th rolls around, I’m officially done with Christmas. The decorations feel a little tired, the fridge is packed with odds and ends I can’t even identify, and if I have to look at one more mince pie, I might cry. But before we say goodbye to the season for good, there’s one last festive hurrah: the great leftovers clear-out. These recipes are here to rescue your tired taste buds, breathe life into those lingering fridge finds, and let you step boldly into the new year (with a slightly emptier fridge and zero guilt about waste).
Here’s to clearing out the fridge, reclaiming your taste buds, and starting the countdown to a fresh and fabulous new year. Cheers to you, and may the leftovers be ever in your favour!
Mega Leftover Turkey Quesadillas
Let’s face it: by this point, you’ve had your fill of turkey sandwiches and cold cuts. That’s where these Spicy Turkey & Brie Quesadillas with Pantry Salsa come in. They’re the perfect antidote to Christmas food fatigue, bringing a fiery twist to the table. Stuffed with cheesy, spicy goodness and whatever you’ve got left lying around, they’re proof you can have your leftovers and eat them too, minus the overwhelming festive vibes.
If you’re like me, puff pastry is your ultimate post-Christmas saviour. It’s easy, forgiving, and can magically transform even the most random leftovers into something fabulous. This Puff Pastry Leftover Pie is a comforting, golden-crusted wonder that’ll have your family asking, “Was this part of the plan all along?”.
When in doubt, go global. A Christmas Leftovers Banh Mi might be Vietnamese blasphemy but this classic street food snack, is the perfect way to shake up your taste buds with fresh flavours and a dash of heat. Pile leftover meats, crunchy veg, and zingy sauce into crusty bread, and you’ve got a sandwich that feels like a mini holiday from all things Christmas.