Thanksgiving Day leaves us with a surplus of delicious food, but after a while, those turkey sandwiches can get boring. So, why not take those leftover treasures and create a mouthwatering Thanksgiving Leftover Pizza? It's like Willy Wonka's incredible three-course meal in one bite, but with all your Thanksgiving favorites on a crispy pizza crust!
Ingredients for Thanksgiving Leftover Pizza:
To make this culinary masterpiece, gather your leftover ingredients: a premade pizza crust (we recommend Momma Mary's Original Pizza Crust), turkey gravy, turkey slices, shredded cheese, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and cranberry sauce.
How to Make Thanksgiving Leftover Pizza:
Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare your pizza crust. Spread a generous layer of gravy onto the crust, followed by the turkey slices. Sprinkle cheese on top to keep the turkey moist and flavorful. Now, add spoonfuls of mashed potatoes and stuffing, creating layers of irresistible goodness. Warm up the cranberry sauce in the microwave and drizzle it over the pizza.
Place your pizza directly on the oven rack or use a baking sheet if preferred. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is melted and begins to brown, filling your kitchen with the enticing aroma of Thanksgiving.
What Other Thanksgiving Leftovers Can You Use on Pizza?
Don't worry about the hearty nature of this pizza; your Pizza Pack is here to help you store any leftovers conveniently. Feel free to experiment with other Thanksgiving leftovers like ham, corn, macaroni and cheese, or cheesy potatoes. Get creative and make it your own!
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. How do you make pizza with Thanksgiving leftovers?
To make Thanksgiving leftover pizza, start with a premade pizza crust and spread turkey gravy over it as the sauce. Add sliced turkey, shredded cheese, spoonfuls of mashed potatoes and stuffing, then drizzle warmed cranberry sauce on top before baking.
2. What temperature do you bake Thanksgiving leftover pizza at?
Bake Thanksgiving leftover pizza at 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Place it directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the cheese melts and begins to brown.
3. What Thanksgiving leftovers work best on pizza?
Turkey, gravy, shredded cheese, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and cranberry sauce work well together on a Thanksgiving leftover pizza. Other usable leftovers include ham, corn, macaroni and cheese, or cheesy potatoes.
4. Can you use gravy instead of pizza sauce for Thanksgiving pizza?
Yes, turkey gravy works as the sauce for Thanksgiving leftover pizza. It adds moisture and ties together classic holiday ingredients like turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and cranberry sauce.
5. How do you keep turkey from drying out on leftover pizza?
Layer sliced turkey over gravy and add shredded cheese on top before baking. The gravy adds moisture, and the cheese helps protect the turkey while it heats in the oven.
6. What is the best way to store leftover Thanksgiving pizza?
Store leftover Thanksgiving pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator once it has cooled. Pizza Pack is a reusable pizza storage container that is designed for storing leftover slices without relying on foil, plastic wrap, or disposable bags.
7. Can Pizza Pack store thick or loaded pizza slices?
Yes, Pizza Pack is an expandable reusable pizza storage container, so it is suitable for hearty leftover slices like Thanksgiving pizza topped with turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and cheese. Store the slices in the refrigerator after the pizza cools.
8. How long do Thanksgiving leftovers last in the refrigerator?
Most cooked Thanksgiving leftovers, including turkey and stuffing, should be eaten within 3 to 4 days when stored in the refrigerator at 40 degrees Fahrenheit or below. If those ingredients are used on pizza, follow the same 3- to 4-day window from when the leftovers were first cooked.
9. Can you store Thanksgiving dessert in a Pizza Pack?
Pizza Pack can also be used to store a slice of Thanksgiving dessert such as pie, cake, or cheesecake. Use it as a reusable container for single slices that need to be kept in the refrigerator.
Share your final Thanksgiving Leftover Pizza creation on Instagram by tagging @theperfectpizzapack. We can't wait to see your culinary innovations. And here's a bonus tip: Use your versatile Pizza Pack to store a slice of your favorite Thanksgiving dessert, whether it's pie, cake, or cheesecake!
Say goodbye to boring sandwiches and elevate your Thanksgiving leftovers to new heights with this fun and delicious Thanksgiving Leftover Pizza. It's a delightful way to relish the flavors of your holiday feast in a single bite. Enjoy!
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