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Thanksgiving Leftover Turkey Cranberry Sliders

Irresistible Thanksgiving Leftover Turkey Cranberry Sliders

Transform your Thanksgiving leftovers into delicious Turkey Cranberry Sliders, a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 sliders
Course: High Protein Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sliders
  • 2 cups cooked turkey shredded or sliced
  • 6 slices Swiss cheese or provolone cheese halved
  • 12 pieces slider rolls or mini brioche buns
For the Spread
  • 0.5 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
For the Topping
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds optional
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley optional
For the Seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Gather your ingredients and ensure the turkey is shredded or sliced and the cheese is halved.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking.
  3. Slice the slider rolls in half horizontally and arrange the bottom halves in a greased baking dish.
  4. Whisk together mayonnaise and Dijon mustard until smooth and creamy.
  5. Spread the sauce generously across the cut side of the bottom rolls.
  6. Distribute the cooked turkey evenly over the buns.
  7. Spoon the cranberry sauce evenly over the turkey.
  8. Layer halved slices of Swiss or provolone cheese over the cranberry sauce.
  9. Place the top halves of the rolls over the cheese layer and gently press down.
  10. Mix melted butter with garlic powder, onion powder, and optional ingredients.
  11. Brush the butter mixture over the tops of the rolls.
  12. Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes.
  13. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes until the tops are golden brown.
  14. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliderCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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