Leftover Thanksgiving Bake

Leftover Thanksgiving Bake recipe videos

Leftover Thanksgiving Bake is a comforting American casserole that creatively transforms holiday leftovers into a new meal. It typically layers chopped turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and vegetables like green beans or corn, often bound together with gravy or cream-based soup. This dish is a staple in post-Thanksgiving households, especially in the United States, as a way to reduce food waste.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This bake is generally high in carbohydrates from the bread-based stuffing and potatoes, and can be high in fat depending on the amount of gravy, butter, or cream used. It provides a good source of protein from the turkey and offers key nutrients like potassium, B vitamins, and fiber if vegetables are included. A typical serving can range from 400 to 600 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	25 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	850 mg
Potassium	420 mg
Vitamin A	150 µg RAE
Vitamin C	12 mg
Calcium	180 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Vitamin B6	0.4 mg
Folate	60 µg DFE
Phosphorus	280 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents a practical and resourceful tradition of extending the Thanksgiving feast, embodying a 'waste-not' ethos. Nutritionally, it's a dense, all-in-one meal that consolidates multiple food groups, though its richness often makes it a celebratory comfort food rather than an everyday dish.