In this special episode of Dr. Ben’s Kitchen, we focus on transforming your Thanksgiving leftovers into a delicious and easy dish: Thanksgiving leftover pasta, also known as Gobbler pasta. This recipe is healthy, gourmet, and simple, perfect for the busy holiday season.

Ingredients

• 1/2lb turkey breast, cooked
• 1 cup thanksgiving stuffing
• 1 cup green bean casserole
• 2 tbsp turkey gravy
• 1/4 tbsp plant or regular butter
• 1/2 cup chicken stock
• 1 tbsp onion or shallot, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup pasta (any type), cooked
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Turkey: Cut the leftover turkey into bite-sized pieces.
2. Heat the Oil: In a pot, heat extra virgin olive oil over medium heat.
3. Cook the Onions: Add the finely diced onions to the olive oil and stir. Be careful not to let them burn.
4. Add Turkey: Once the onions start to brown, add the turkey pieces to the pot and stir to combine.
5. Incorporate Leftovers: Add the Thanksgiving dinner leftovers into the pot, including stuffing, gravy, and green bean casserole. Scrape everything into the pan.
6. Add Chicken Stock: Pour in about ½ cup of chicken stock and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
7. Season: Add pepper to taste and stir well.
8. Add Butter: For extra flavor, add a small piece of plant or regular butter to the mixture.
9. Combine with Pasta: Finally, add your cooked pasta to the pot and stir everything together until well combined.
10. Serve: Once everything is heated through, serve with creative garnish.

Conclusion

Enjoy your Thanksgiving leftover pasta! It’s a delightful way to repurpose your holiday leftovers into something new and exciting. Don’t forget to share with your loved ones!