Thanksgiving has come and gone and I’m guessing plenty of you are still working through leftovers. Here, you’ll find a “how to” on using those turkey bones as well as pancakes for leftover pumpkin (or sweet potatoes). As always, there are several weeknight supper recipes to get you through. Enjoy the weekend!
Pork Chops with Apples and Maple Mustard Sauce
This is simple comfort cooking and doesn’t call for anything fancy. If you don’t have apples, use pears, leave them out, or just serve a bowl of applesauce on the side. I like these Roasted Cabbage Wedges on the side!
Red Lentil Coconut Curry Soup
Definitely one of my top soups of all time, this is both filling and incredibly nourishing. If you make a batch of homemade turkey broth, this is a delicious way to use it.
Easy Moo She Vegetables
This is my take on a favorite Chinese takeout dish. I’ve made it as easy as possible by leaning on pre-shredded carrots and cabbage, along with pre-sliced mushrooms. The only prep required is chopping a couple cloves of garlic. Tucking it all into tortillas and drizzling on Hoisin sauce makes this a kid-favorite, too. P.S. It’s tasty the next day, so enjoy leftovers for lunch.
Baked Tofu Parm
This is an easy, healthy crowd pleaser (it’s also a good make-ahead supper). The tofu is breaded and baked until crispy and then layered with sauce and cheese. Add steamed or roasted broccoli and dinner is done. Leftovers are tasty a day or two later.
Delicata Squash Tacos
Delicata squash is tender, nutritious, and terrific in a taco. Slice them thin, roast, and then pile onto corn tortillas with pickled onions and other favorite taco fixings.
Pumpkin Protein Pancakes
These pancakes are the perfect place to use up any leftover pumpkin from making pies. You could even swap in leftover cooked sweet potato. They’re packed with protein, which means they’re terrific fuel to get you through a morning. Even better? They’re a snap to whiz up in a blender.
How to Make Turkey Broth
Don’t toss those turkey bones! Your future self will be so grateful that you turned them into a golden broth to stash in the freezer. This method shows how easy it is to do. You can make it with your Instant Pot if you prefer, figuring 45 minutes and either quick or natural release.
Pork Chops with Apples and Maple Mustard Sauce
4 boneless pork loin chops (~1-inch thick)
2 tablespoons whole grain Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon sour cream
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 large apple
Easy Moo Shu Vegetables
4 eggs
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil, divided
2 large cloves garlic, minced
One 8 to 10 ounce-package sliced white/cremini mushrooms (about 2 cups sliced)
5- ounces packaged shredded carrots, ½ bag or 2 cups
16- ounces packaged shredded cabbage/coleslaw mix (doesn’t need to be exact)
5 scallions, thinly sliced white and light green parts
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
3-4 tablespoons hoisin sauce, plus more to add at the table
¼ cup chopped cashews (roasted or raw)
4 to 6 whole-wheat or white flour tortillas
Red Lentil Coconut Curry Soup
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion
2 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon fresh ginger
4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth (32 ounce box)
One 13.5-ounce can light coconut milk
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon red curry paste
1 1/4 cups split red lentils
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons fish sauce (or 3/4 teaspoon salt)
3 medium carrots
1 large zucchini
1 lime
1/2 cup cilantro for garnish
Baked Vegetarian Tofu Parm
14 ounces extra-firm tofu
¾ cup panko-style breadcrumbs
¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
1 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 egg
1 ¾ cups marinara sauce
1 cup lightly packed shredded Mozzarella cheese
Delicata Squash Tacos
2 delicata squash
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Chili powder
1/3 cup white, apple cider or white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 small red onion
8 corn tortillas
1/2 cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese
1/3 cup fresh cilantro
1/4 cup sour cream
Salsa and lime wedges for garnish
Pumpkin Protein Pancakes
4 eggs
1/2 cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
1 cup rolled oats
1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
How to Make Turkey Broth
1 cooked turkey carcass (all the leftover bones)
2 ribs celery
2 carrots
1 large onion
2 bay leaves
Optional add-ins: 2 cloves garlic, 2 sliced leeks, 6 black peppercorns, handful of parsley, 3 sprigs thyme