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Thanksgiving Leftovers Burrito
Transform your Thanksgiving feast into a delicious and hearty burrito! This creative dish takes all your favorite holiday leftovers—succulent turkey, creamy mashed potatoes, savory stuffing, and tangy cranberry sauce—wraps them in a warm tortilla, and adds a sprinkle of cheese and green onions for an extra kick. Ideal for a satisfying lunch or dinner, these burritos are a fun twist on traditional Thanksgiving fare. Historically, burritos originated in Mexico, and they have become a beloved method for enjoying various fillings wrapped in a flour tortilla, making this recipe a perfect fusion of cultures and flavors.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- Flour tortillas
- 4 large
- Mashed potatoes
- 2 cups
- Shredded turkey
- 2 cups
- Stuffing
- 1 cup
- Gravy
- 1/2 cup
- Cranberry sauce
- 1/4 cup
- Shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1 cup
- Green onions
- 2, chopped
- Sour cream
- 1/2 cup (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat.
- Warm the flour tortillas in the skillet for about 30 seconds on each side to make them pliable.
- Spread approximately 1/2 cup of mashed potatoes on one side of each tortilla, creating a base layer.
- Layer 1/2 cup of shredded turkey over the mashed potatoes, followed by 1/4 cup of stuffing.
- Drizzle 2 tablespoons of gravy and 1 tablespoon of cranberry sauce over the stuffing.
- Sprinkle about 1/4 cup of shredded cheese and a tablespoon of chopped green onions on top.
- Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll it up tightly from the bottom to the top, ensuring the filling is secure inside.
- Return the burritos to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the cheese is melted and the burritos are heated through and golden brown.
- Serve the burritos warm, garnished with additional green onions and accompanied by a side of sour cream for dipping.
- Enjoy your Thanksgiving leftovers in this fun and flavorful way!
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 10 minutes • Calories: 600 • Fat: 25g • Carbs: 70g • Protein: 30g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 5g
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