Leftover Thanksgiving Turkey Stuffed Shells
Indulge in the cozy comfort of Leftover Thanksgiving Turkey Stuffed Shells, a delightful way to repurpose your holiday leftovers. This mouthwatering dish features jumbo pasta shells filled with tender turkey, creamy mashed potatoes, and topped with rich gravy and cheese. In just 45 minutes, you can create an impressive meal that brings warmth and nostalgia to your table. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a centerpiece for family gatherings, these stuffed shells are sure to be a hit with everyone. Say goodbye to waste and hello to a delicious second life for your holiday feast!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 cup cooked turkey (diced)
- 1 cup mashed potatoes
- 1 tablespoon celery (diced)
- 2 tablespoons yellow onion (diced)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 3 ounces cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 1/4 cups gravy
- 1 cup bread stuffing
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Boil water in a pot and cook the pasta shells for about 8-9 minutes until al dente. Drain carefully.
- In a bowl, mix diced turkey, mashed potatoes, celery, onion, garlic, half of the cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Spread some gravy on the bottom of a greased baking dish. Fill each shell with the turkey mixture.
- Top the shells with remaining gravy, stuffing, and cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until heated through and bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 65mg