25 Cozy Boxing Day Leftover Recipes for Delicious Comfort

There’s something magical about the day after Christmas. The festivities might be winding down, but the warmth and cheer linger on. If you're anything like me, your fridge is overflowing with delicious leftovers from the holiday feast.

Instead of letting those tasty morsels go to waste, why not transform them into new and delightful dishes? In the spirit of keeping things delicious and simple, I've compiled a list of my favorite 25 Cozy Boxing Day Leftover Recipes for Delicious Comfort. These recipes are easy to whip up, hearty, and perfect for continuing the holiday enjoyment. Let's dive into these comforting and innovative ways to make the most of our holiday leftovers!

1. Turkey and Cranberry Sandwich

A classic way to use up leftover turkey and cranberry sauce.

Ingredients:

• Slices of leftover turkey
• Cranberry sauce
• Bread (your choice)
• Lettuce and mayonnaise, optional

Instructions:

1. Spread cranberry sauce on one slice of bread.
2. Layer the turkey on top.
3. Add lettuce and mayo if desired.
4. Top with another slice of bread and enjoy!

2. Stuffing Waffles

Turn your leftover stuffing into breakfast waffles!

Ingredients:

• Leftover stuffing
• 1-2 eggs

Instructions:

1. Mix the leftover stuffing with eggs until it holds together.
2. Preheat your waffle iron.
3. Cook the mixture in the waffle iron until crispy and golden.
4. Serve with a side of gravy or cranberry sauce.

3. Mashed Potato Pancakes

Perfectly crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup flour
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Butter or oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Mix together mashed potatoes, egg, flour, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat a skillet with butter or oil.
3. Spoon the mixture into the skillet, flattening into pancakes.
4. Cook until golden brown on both sides.

4. Cranberry Yogurt Parfait

A sweet and healthy way to start your day.

Ingredients:

• Leftover cranberry sauce
• Greek yogurt
• Granola

Instructions:

1. Layer Greek yogurt and cranberry sauce in a glass.
2. Top with granola.
3. Repeat layers if desired.

5. Turkey Pot Pie

Comfort food at its finest, using that leftover bird.

Ingredients:

• Leftover turkey, shredded
• Mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
• 1 can cream of chicken soup
• 1 pie crust

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Mix turkey, vegetables, and soup in a bowl.
3. Pour mixture into a pie dish and cover with the pie crust.
4. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the crust is golden brown.

6. Ham and Cheese Quiche

A simple yet delicious way to use leftover ham.

Ingredients:

• 1 pie crust
• Leftover ham, diced
• 1 cup shredded cheese
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup milk

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Place pie crust in a pie dish.
3. Scatter ham and cheese into the crust.
4. Beat eggs with milk and pour over the ham and cheese.
5. Bake for 30-35 minutes until set.

7. Roast Veggie Salad

A fresh way to enjoy those leftover roasted veggies.

Ingredients:

• Leftover roasted vegetables
• Mixed greens
• Feta cheese
• Balsamic vinaigrette

Instructions:

1. Toss mixed greens and roasted veggies in a bowl.
2. Crumble feta cheese on top.
3. Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette and serve.

8. Turkey and Gravy Poutine

A Canadian classic with a holiday twist.

Ingredients:

• Leftover turkey, shredded
• Leftover gravy
• French fries
• Cheese curds

Instructions:

1. Cook French fries as per package instructions.
2. Layer fries on a plate, top with cheese curds.
3. Heat turkey and gravy together, then pour over the fries and curds.

9. Cranberry Brie Bites

Perfect snack that combines holiday flavors.

Ingredients:

• Leftover cranberry sauce
• Brie cheese
• Phyllo cups

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Place phyllo cups on a baking sheet.
3. Cut Brie into small chunks and place in each phyllo cup.
4. Top with a spoonful of cranberry sauce.
5. Bake for 10-12 minutes until Brie is melted.

10. Carrot Ginger Soup

A warm and comforting soup using leftover carrots.

Ingredients:

• Leftover cooked carrots
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1-inch piece ginger, grated
• 4 cups vegetable broth

Instructions:

1. Sauté onion in a pot until translucent.
2. Add carrots, ginger, and broth.
3. Simmer for 15 minutes.
4. Blend until smooth and enjoy.

11. Brussels Sprout Hash

A delightful and hearty breakfast option.

Ingredients:

• Leftover Brussels sprouts, chopped
• Potatoes, diced
• 1 onion, chopped
• Eggs

Instructions:

1. Sauté onions and potatoes until potatoes are soft.
2. Add Brussels sprouts and cook until heated through.
3. Top with fried or poached eggs.

12. Sweet Potato Biscuits

Fluffy biscuits with a hint of sweetness.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes
• 2 cups flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 stick butter, cold

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
2. Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
3. Cut in cold butter until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Add mashed sweet potatoes and mix until combined.
5. Roll out dough and cut into biscuits.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden.

13. Turkey Noodle Soup

A soothing soup to warm you up.

Ingredients:

• Leftover turkey, shredded
• Carrots, diced
• Celery, diced
• Onion, chopped
• Egg noodles
• 6 cups chicken broth

Instructions:

1. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery in a pot.
2. Add turkey and broth, bring to a boil.
3. Add egg noodles and cook until tender.

14. Ham and Potato Casserole

A simple yet satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

• Leftover ham, diced
• Potatoes, sliced
• 1 can cream of mushroom soup
• Shredded cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Layer potatoes and ham in a casserole dish.
3. Pour soup over the top and sprinkle with cheese.
4. Bake for 45 minutes until golden and bubbly.

15. Cranberry Smoothie

A nutrient-packed smoothie using leftover cranberries.

Ingredients:

• Leftover cranberry sauce
• Greek yogurt
• Banana
• Almond milk

Instructions:

1. Blend all ingredients until smooth.
2. Enjoy immediately.

16. Stuffing Frittata

A hearty breakfast using leftover stuffing.

Ingredients:

• Leftover stuffing
• 6 eggs
• Milk
• Shredded cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Beat eggs with a splash of milk.
3. Mix in leftover stuffing.
4. Pour mixture into a greased baking dish, top with cheese.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until set.

17. Turkey Enchiladas

A spicy and flavorful way to reuse turkey.

Ingredients:

• Leftover turkey, shredded
• Enchilada sauce
• Tortillas
• Shredded cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Fill tortillas with turkey and some cheese, roll up, and place in a baking dish.
3. Pour enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with cheese.
4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly.

18. Mashed Potato Gnocchi

Turn leftover mashed potatoes into a delightful Italian dish.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups mashed potatoes
• 1 cup flour
• 1 egg
• Salt

Instructions:

1. Mix mashed potatoes, flour, egg, and salt until a dough forms.
2. Roll into logs and cut into small pieces.
3. Boil until they float to the surface.
4. Serve with your favorite sauce.

19. Ham Fried Rice

A quick and easy way to enjoy leftover ham.

Ingredients:

• Leftover ham, diced
• Rice, cooked
• Peas and carrots
• Soy sauce
• Eggs

Instructions:

1. Scramble eggs in a pan, then set aside.
2. Sauté ham, peas, and carrots in the same pan.
3. Add rice and soy sauce, stirring to combine.
4. Mix in the scrambled eggs.

20. Sweet Potato Pudding

A sweet and creamy dessert.

Ingredients:

• Leftover mashed sweet potatoes
• Milk
• Sugar
• Vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Blend all ingredients until smooth.
2. Pour into serving dishes and chill until set.

21. Cranberry Oat Bars

A delightful treat using leftover cranberry sauce.

Ingredients:

• Leftover cranberry sauce
• Oats
• Flour
• Butter
• Brown sugar

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Mix oats, flour, butter, and brown sugar until crumbly.
3. Press half the mixture into a baking dish.
4. Spread cranberry sauce over the top, then cover with remaining oat mixture.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden.

22. Turkey Shepherd's Pie

A comforting dish to repurpose turkey and veggies.

Ingredients:

• Leftover turkey, shredded
• Mixed vegetables
• Mashed potatoes
• Gravy

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Layer turkey and vegetables in a baking dish.
3. Pour gravy over the top.
4. Spread mashed potatoes over the top and bake for 30 minutes.

23. Leftover Gravy Poutine

A delicious twist with leftover gravy.

Ingredients:

• French fries
• Cheese curds
• Leftover gravy

Instructions:

1. Cook French fries as per package instructions.
2. Top with cheese curds.
3. Heat gravy and pour over fries and curds.

24. Roasted Veggie Quesadilla

A quick and tasty way to use leftover veggies.

Ingredients:

• Leftover roasted vegetables
• Tortillas
• Shredded cheese
• Salsa

Instructions:

1. Heat a tortilla in a skillet.
2. Sprinkle half with cheese, then add veggies and more cheese.
3. Fold tortilla in half and cook until crispy.
4. Serve with salsa.

25. Ham and Bean Soup

A hearty soup to warm you up on a cold day.

Ingredients:

• Leftover ham, diced
• White beans
• Carrots, diced
• Onion, chopped
• Chicken broth

Instructions:

1. Sauté onions and carrots in a pot.
2. Add ham, beans, and broth.
3. Simmer for 30 minutes and enjoy.

Conclusion

These 25 Cozy Boxing Day Leftover Recipes for Delicious Comfort. These recipes turn your holiday leftovers into comforting and mouthwatering dishes that will warm you up and keep the holiday spirit alive. Enjoy!