Christmas leftovers recipes (2024)

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  • A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.53 ratings

    Use up the Christmas leftovers to make this hearty, deep-filled turkey and ham pie. You could use shop-bought pastry but nothing beats homemade

    • 1 hr 55 mins
    • More effort
  • Festive stuffed chicken

    A star rating of 4.2 out of 5.8 ratings

    Use leftover ingredients from Christmas including Boursin cheese, cranberry jelly and stuffing in this festive dish. Ideal for casual entertaining

    • 55 mins
    • Easy
  • Best ever Christmas leftovers sandwich

    A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Make the most of Christmas Day leftovers in this celebratory sandwich with pickled cabbage to cut through the richness. It's the ideal lunch for Boxing Day

    • 25 mins
    • Easy
  • Brussels sprout slaw

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.3 ratings

    Use up any extra brussels sprouts in your veg box this winter by making this sprout slaw. It will go particularly well with cold cuts on Boxing Day

    • 20 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • Croissant mincemeat sandwich

    A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Treat the family to a croissant sandwich for brunch, with mascarpone and mincemeat filling. They're a decadent sweet treat for Christmas morning

    • 20 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • Baked camembert pasta alfredo

    A star rating of 3.6 out of 5.5 ratings

    Give the classic pasta dish a festive twist using silky, melting camembert. It's a wonderfully comforting supper on cold winter nights

    • 30 mins
    • Easy
  • A star rating of 1 out of 5.1 rating

    Use up leftover Christmas ham and sherry to make this comforting pie. It's a great dish on cold winter nights, especially when served with your favourite veg

    • 1 hr 25 mins
    • Easy
  • Refried roasties

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.5 ratings

    Use up potatoes left over from Christmas and make these refried roasties with pickled onions and thyme. Ideal for a Boxing Day buffet

    • 15 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
  • Turkey larb bowls

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.2 ratings

    Use up leftover Christmas turkey in this dish. After all the feasting, something crunchy and fresh with a little heat is just the ticket for Boxing Day

    • 45 mins
    • Easy
  • Spicy turkey noodles

    A star rating of 4 out of 5.4 ratings

    Use up your turkey leftovers at Christmas to whip up our spicy turkey stir-fry. Or you could swap meat for brussels sprouts to make a veggie alternative

    • 30 mins
    • Easy
  • A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.14 ratings

    Left-over sprouts in your fridge? Make the most of them with our mustardy sausage gnocchi for supper. It takes just 25 minutes to make

    • 25 mins
    • Easy
  • A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.34 ratings

    Use up your leftover red cabbage and cauliflower at Christmas to make this easy dhal with coconut. It's satisfying, healthy and full of nutrients

    • 1 hr 30 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
    • Vegetarian
  • Turkey cobb salad

    A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Enjoy this turkey cobb salad as a healthy party platter to use up Christmas leftovers. It's full of vibrant flavours like pancetta, avocado, eggs, chicory and tomatoes

    • 37 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
    • Gluten-free
  • Croissant bread sauce

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.2 ratings

    Don’t waste stale croissants from Christmas morning – use them to make a rich bread sauce. For total indulgence, finish with a knob of butter to melt over the top

    • 40 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • Cheeseboard mac ’n’ cheese with cracker breadcrumbs

    A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Use whatever odds and ends of cheese you have for this dish – blue cheese, gruyère and camembert would all work well. It's a great way to use up leftovers

    • 1 hr 5 mins
    • Easy
  • Root veg lentil bowl with herb pistou

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.7 ratings

    Give your leftover Christmas veg a healthy makeover with this meal in a bowl. Packed with lentils, spinach and herbs, it's filling and flavourful. Try it with carrots or parsnips

    • 1 hr 20 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
    • Vegan
  • Sprout remoulade

    A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.8 ratings

    Liven up leftover brussels sprouts by making an easy remoulade with mayonnaise, lemon, crème fraîche, mustard and parsley. Great for a Boxing Day buffet

    • 15 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • Leftover Christmas lunch patties with gochujang mayo

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.2 ratings

    Eliminate Christmas food waste with these easy patties. Filled with leftover roasties, veg, stuffing and meats, they make a great brunch on Boxing Day

    • 37 mins
    • Easy
  • Cheeseboard macaroni cheese

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.34 ratings

    What better way to use up your cheeseboard after a dinner party than with a creamy mac 'n' cheese supper? Easy comfort food for a busy weeknight

    • 1 hr
    • Easy
  • A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.4 ratings

    Make this tasty cheese and garlic loaf to use up leftover cheddar and parmesan. It makes a great savoury snack, or an easy lunch with cold meats

    • 1 hr 20 mins
    • More effort
  • Slow cooker turkey pho

    A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.3 ratings

    Reduce food waste by using your leftover Christmas turkey to make stock – it’s great in our Asian-inspired pho noodle soup, full of fresh flavours

    • 10 hrs 20 mins
    • Easy
  • A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.9 ratings

    Use up your leftover Christmas brussels sprouts in this comforting pasta recipe. The dish is healthy and low in calories, making it ideal after those festive indulgences

    • 40 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
    • Vegetarian
  • Leftover turkey curry

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.63 ratings

    Crave spice after the traditional Christmas lunch? Want to turn your leftover turkey into a whole new dish? This tasty turkey tikka masala is for you

    • 50 mins
    • Easy
    • Gluten-free
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