Leftovers??

So in addition to the casserole I just posted - what else do you do with leftover chicken or turkey - or honestly, even ham?? These roll-ups are one of my favorites and really a nice change. It's a great way to use up leftovers so you don't have to eat chicken/turkey sandwiches for a week. Don't get me wrong, there is nothing quite like a leftover chicken/turkey sandwich, but at some point it becomes a little less exciting.

Soooo try this instead :D I don't know how much chicken/turkey/ham to use - lots of times I just buy the rotisserie chicken and use everything off that.

Chopped chicken/turkey/ham
Can of mushrooms
8 oz Cream Cheese (try using just half at first and add from there...depends on how much meat you have)

Mix together (yes with your hands....just make sure you wash them first *ewww*)

Place 1 Tbsp in the center of each Pillsbury Crescent roll (regular size - if you get large, just cut each one in half). Roll up - they look like strangely shaped balls (I should not be laughing at that but I am) but they cook nicely. Dip in melted butter (I start by melting 1/4 cup) and roll in bread crumbs (again, use ritz if you don't have breadcrumbs).

Bake at 350 for about 10 minutes, or until golden brown. Then top with the sauce, mmmm:

1 can mushroom soup
1/2 can of cream (I think it's 1/2 and 1/2 that I use - I never remember until I see it at the store. LOL)

Cook on low until heated through. Pour on roll ups before eating. Oh delicious...

This is GREAT with fried rice and the orange/almond salad. Perfect meal! It's a great meal to make for company too - it's really simple and quick and delicious!

I know some people have used leftover gravy instead of the mushroom soup sauce and also loved it.

SERIOUSLY SCRUMPTIOUS RATING: 5 STARS

Turkey Casserole

This all started with leftover turkey that we froze....if you're like me the thought of freezing and thawing turkey is really unappealing and bordering on gross. But surprisingly, it thaws perfectly, as though it was never even frozen at all. *strange* But we have about 6 cups in each ziploc which makes A LOT of sandwiches....There are a few options - Turkey Roll ups (ooo have I not put that on here? I'll have to check) or this new casserole that Brent really enjoys. So this was actually the second time I've made it...

16 oz (2 cups) uncooked spaghetti (I used macaroni the first time and shells the second time)
1/2 cup butter (I used 4 Tbsp)
1/2 cup flour (I used 1/3)
3 cups chicken broth (I used 2 cups)
2 cups of milk (the first time I used 1 cup milk and 1 cup 1/2 and 1/2 cream)
1 2/3 cup grated parm (I use about half parm and half shredded cheddar)
4 cups cooked turkey cut into small chunks (can also be made with chicken)
1/2 onion diced
2 garlic cloves diced
sliced mushrooms (about 4 - more or less if you want)
frozen peas (about 1 cup)

Cook pasta. In a pan sautee the onion and garlic in olive oil (or butter if you want). Add mushrooms and peas until soft. In a pot melt the butter and add flour, mixing well. Add chicken broth and milk. Mix well - will thicken as it heats. Add cheese and stir until melted. Add turkey :)

In a 9x13 casserole dish pour pasta and mix in sauteed veggies. Pour sauce and turkey mixture on top and cover with bread crumbs (if you don't have bread crumbs you can either crumble bread or smash crackers - ritz are great for topping). Bake for 40 minutes at 350 and ENJOY!! :D

SERIOUSLY SCRUMPTIOUS RATING: 4 STARS