What a week! I can’t quite believe I had the entire week off because we’ve been so busy. Between decorating for Christmas, cleaning, hosting Thanksgiving, more cleaning, and squeezing in some family fun, I’ve been completely off blogging and social media. No regrets though. We do love hosting Thanksgiving for the family. Matt’s smoked turkey is turning legendary. But now it’s time to try and clear the fridge by using the leftovers for my Menu Planning 11/30-12/13/25. If you were a Thanksgiving host this year, there are so many ways to use leftovers in new ways. Check out my post with lots of ideas! Here is what I’m planning for our dinner the next 2 weeks.
- 11/30-12/6
- 12/7-12/13
- Stuffing waffles
- Easy Lasagna (I’m making a double batch to freeze one for later), with a salad and garlic bread. Perfect way to use up charcuterie board leftovers!)
- Brussels Sprouts Gratin*
- Ham and Cheese Bread Pudding
- Rum balls– I actually make these with some amaretto moonshine we got and it gives them so much delicious flavor!
Let’s Discuss!
Do you get sick of leftovers? I find we eat them faster if I reinvent them. It’s a challenge for me and kind of fun. But, if you don’t find it fun, AI can certainly help! Try listing what you have available and as it to give you different recipes. Makes sure to include any allergies or diet specifics as well.
Over the last 2 weeks I tried 3 new recipes. Here are our thoughts:
- Chicken Mole Tacos– I made these in the slow cooker. By adding pre-made mole sauce and raw chicken, it was much easier. I shredded the chicken about an hour before dinner and let it cook a bit longer. So good.
- Autumn Naan Pizzas– These were our favorite new recipe. I’ve never tried pumpkin in place of sauce. The fall flavors were so good together. We liked adding honey or hot honey on top.
- French Onion Gnocchi Casserole– Matt made this for us. It was delicious! I think I would add some type of protein and maybe spinach in the future so I need less side dishes and to increase the the nutrition.
That’s our Menu Planning 11/30-12/13/25. How do your reuse your leftovers? Do you eat them the same way or try to remake them in different ways.
