If you find leftovers boring, uninviting or
downright "yuck," then here are some ideas to put the "zing" back into
mealtime. With a little creativity your home-cooked meal can easily
become a delicious meal another night. There are a six articles in
this series, today we are going to look at what you can do with
turkey.
DINNER - NIGHT ONE: Roasted Turkey Breast
Any time of the year is a good time to roast a
turkey and experiment with different flavors. Try roasting it over
carrots, leeks and sweet potatoes and glazing the bird and the
vegetables with a mix of soy sauce and molasses. Or, perhaps you want
to roast it with turnips, carrots, potatoes and leeks. Be creative and
try different veggies! Take care to remove the leftover meat from the
bone and store it tightly wrapped in the refrigerator for up to two to
three days.
DINNER - NIGHT TWO: Turkey and Pear Salad
A night or two later, when you need a quick meal,
chop the leftover turkey and fold it, with diced pears, into a little
mayonnaise and lemon juice.