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Leftover Storage Tips

Storage Know-How:

Leftover turkey meat should be removed from the carcass, wrapped tightly and refrigerated for no more than 3 to 4 days. For longer storage, chop the turkey and freeze in 2-cup portions. Thaw as needed for use in salads, casseroles and soups during the hectic holiday season or anytime! Leftover stuffing, potatoes and cranberries can be stored in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days.

Make-Ahead:

Soups can be made a day in advance. Store, covered, in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days or in the freezer for 2 to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator as needed.

Safe Food Handling:

When reheating leftovers, be sure to heat foods such as stuffing, potatoes and casseroles to an internal temperature of 165°F.

Leftover Usage Ideas

  • Stir cubed cooked turkey into canned minestrone or vegetable soup, chili and casseroles.
  • Turkey Caesar Salad: Toss together cooked turkey, salad greens and KRAFT Caesar Dressing. Sprinkle with KRAFT 100% Grated Parmesan Cheese.
  • Turkey Wrap: Spread a flour tortilla with MIRACLE WHIP Salad Dressing. Fill with turkey slices, STOVE TOP Stuffing and top with cranberry sauce and wrap it
  • Turkey Apple Wrap: Spread a flour tortilla with KRAFT Mayo. Fill with turkey slices, sliced apple, KRAFT Singles. Roll it up.
  • Turkey Grilled Cheese: Add turkey slices and honey mustard to your next grilled cheese sandwich.
  • Turkey Pizza: Top your favorite pizza with chopped cooked turkey before baking.
  • BBQ Turkey Sandwich: Combine KRAFT Barbecue Sauce and chopped cooked turkey. Heat until sauce and turkey is warmed through. Serve in a bun as a sandwich. Great with STOVE TOP Stuffing.