We all look forward to sitting down to a traditional family turkey dinner on Christmas day, but let's be honest, there's always going to be leftovers!
While there's no reason to scoff at a loaded turkey sandwich on Boxing Day, this year you may want to try something a bit more inspiring. If you're feeling adventurous in the kitchen, we've got some fantastic leftover turkey recipes for you. From inspiring Jamie Oliver leftover turkey recipes to delicious salads, burritos, and even a flavourful curry recipe for leftover turkey.
We've picked dishes suitable for toddlers, older kids and - if you're lucky enough to sit down - for grown-ups too. Hungry? You will be soon!
Wild rice salad with cranberries, turkey & pomegranate
This festive combo of wild rice with caramelised pecans, dried cranberries and pomegranate is a healthy dish the whole family can enjoy.
Turkey, broccoli, pea and tomato pasta
A good option for lunchboxes, prepare this dish the night before and just add the dressing in the morning.
Turkey pilaf
A quick midweek meal idea that will help you use up leftover turkey.
Cajun Crumbed Turkey Mac ‘n’ Cheese
For a modern twist on a classic mac n cheese recipe, try this cajun turkey version.
Turkey and sweet leek pie
A yearly favourite from Jamie Oliver, this delicious pie is a great choice for families with older kids. We're in!
Turkey bubble and squeak
Created by the nation's favourite PE teacher Joe Wicks, bubble and squeak is a traditional dish that uses up leftover meat and veg from Christmas dinner.
Turkey risotto
Another recipe from Mr Jamie Oliver, this tempting risotto dish is deliciously indulgent and one to enjoy with your other half.
Turkey pizza
Who doesn't love pizza? This simple meal will be a big hit with kids and takes no time at all to put together.
Turkey curry
A curry is a crowd pleaser any day of the week, but this curry recipe for leftover turkey from Easy Peasy Foodie is super simple to put together and can be stored in the freezer after too.
Turkey dinner burrito
For a yummy lunchtime meal, pop a tortilla onto a griddle pan for one minute to soften before removing and placing on a plate. Combine turkey, stuffing, mashed potato and gravy together then spoon along the middle of the tortilla, wrap up the burrito, tuck it in and simply enjoy!
How to handle turkey leftovers safely
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Leave your cooked turkey to completely cool before refrigerating it as soon as you can – ideally within 90 minutes.
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Any remaining turkey should be eaten within two days but you can always stick it in the freezer in portions if you know you won't get through it all.
Emily Gilbert is the Features & Reviews Editor for Mother&Baby and has written for the website and previously the magazine for six years. Specialising in product reviews, Emily is the first to know about all the exciting new releases in the parenting industry.