6 Genius Ways To Transform Christmas Leftovers Into Delicious New Dishes
Easy peasy ways to deal with leftover Christmas ham, turkey, queso de bola, fruit salad, and even candy canes!
The day after Christmas is the laziest day for cooking. Nobody wants to spend too much time in the kitchen, and there are lots of leftovers to eat. If you're anything like me, your day-after meals are as traditional as noche buena. Lechon becomes paksiw, for example. But what it we told you that it's possible to transform leftover Christmas ham, turkey, queso de bola, and fruit salad into fabulous new dishes without breaking into a sweat? Here are six fun recipes you will love.
Easy Peasy Day-After Dishes
Easy Peasy Day-After Dishes
Hamon and Queso de Bola Croquettes
Make these easy, old fashioned croquettes that are crisp on the outside, soft and gooey on the inside. It's a great way to repurpose leftover Christmas ham and queso de bola.
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Lechon Pot PIe
If you're tired of the inevitable paksiw na lechon, here's a versatile recipe that makes comforting pie out of your lechon.
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The Day After Christmas Noodles
Using leftovers in pasta is a no-fail technique, but it can get a bit boring. Why not use ramen noodles instead? Here's how.
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Breakfast Casserole
The laziest way to transform leftover holiday protein (whether it's ham, turkey or roast chicken) into a spectacular dish you will want to wake up to in the morning.
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Fruit Salad Cheesecake
Leftover fruit salad can get soggy. Before that happens, use it to make these delectable cheesecake cups that you will be proud to serve guests. Or devour alone.
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Candy Cane Syrup
Don't dispose of those candy canes littering your table! Peppermint-y and sweet, they're just oozing with fun flavors that you will love in a simple syrup. Pour over pancakes and ice cream. Use as a sweetener in baking, in cocktails, actually in anything you please.
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Photography by Paulo Valenzuela
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