Ultimate Thanksgiving Leftovers Sandwich

Turn your holiday leftovers into pure comfort food bliss with the Ultimate Thanksgiving Leftovers Sandwich—a hearty, flavor-packed creation that layers all your favorite Thanksgiving staples between rustic, buttery grilled bread. This recipe transforms sliced turkey, velvety mashed potatoes, savory stuffing, tangy cranberry sauce, and fresh baby spinach into a gorgeous stack, tied together with a drizzle of rich gravy. Perfectly crisp on the outside and indulgently loaded on the inside, this sandwich is a quick 15-minute solution to post-holiday feasting that feels like a celebration in itself. Whether you're looking for a creative way to use up leftovers or a dish that encapsulates Thanksgiving flavors in every bite, this leftover turkey sandwich is a must-try. Enjoy it warm and fresh for a satisfying single-serving treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 4 oz Sliced turkey
• 1 cup Stuffing
• 2 tbsp Cranberry sauce
• 1 cup Mashed potatoes
• 4 tbsp Gravy
• 0.5 cup Baby spinach
• 2 slices Rustic bread
• 1 tbsp Butter

Directions

Step 1

Gather all your Thanksgiving leftovers, and ensure they are warmed to serving temperature unless already at room temperature.

Step 2

Butter one side of each slice of bread using the tablespoon of butter.

Step 3

Place a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.

Step 4

On the unbuttered side of one slice of bread, evenly spread the mashed potatoes to make the first layer.

Step 5

Add a layer of turkey slices and drizzle 2 tablespoons of gravy over the turkey.

Step 6

Add the stuffing on top of the gravy, pressing it gently with a spoon to create an even layer.

Step 7

Spread the cranberry sauce over the stuffing layer for a pop of sweetness.

Step 8

Sprinkle baby spinach on top to add a fresh element to the sandwich.

Step 9

Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of gravy over the spinach layer.

Step 10

Top the sandwich with the remaining slice of bread, buttered side facing out.

Step 11

Place the assembled sandwich into the hot skillet, and grill for 2-3 minutes on each side or until the bread is golden brown and crispy.

Step 12

Remove the sandwich from the skillet, let it rest for 1 minute, then slice in half and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(778.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1335.5

Total Fat 53.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.6g
Cholesterol 149.0mg	0%
Sodium 3395.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 159.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.7g	0%
Total Sugars 25.6g
Protein 43.7g	0%

Vitamin D 11.3IU	0%
Calcium 196.3mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 1627.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.2%

Protein: 13.5%

Carbs: 49.3%