2cupmixed vegetables, thawedcorn, peas, and carrots work well
3.5cupmashed potatoesuse leftover potatoes
1.5cupshredded cheddar cheese
0.5cupmilkany kind
2tbspunsalted butter, melted
0.25cupsliced green onionsoptional garnish
1tspgarlic powder
0.5tspdried thyme
0.5tspkosher saltadjust to taste
0.5tspblack pepper
Instructions
Preparation Steps
Heat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Warm gravy with milk in a saucepan over medium heat until smooth and steamy.
Stir in turkey, mixed vegetables, garlic powder, thyme, and black pepper. Simmer 2 minutes.
Spread stuffing in the prepared dish. Drizzle with half the melted butter and press gently into an even layer.
Pour the turkey-vegetable gravy mixture evenly over the stuffing.
Dollop mashed potatoes over the top, then spread to cover. Brush with remaining butter and sprinkle with salt.
Top with cheddar and green onions.
Bake 30–35 minutes until bubbling and golden at the edges. Rest 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Try a sweet-savory twist by dotting the potato layer with a few teaspoons of cranberry sauce. For a crispier top, broil the last 2 minutes. Leftovers keep 3–4 days chilled; reheat covered at 350°F until hot.This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Thanksgiving Leftover Casserole flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.