Leftover Turkey Tamales

A great way to use up your leftover holiday turkey!

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Directions
Mix all ingredients together and simmer for 20 minutes until all liquid is absorbed. Use as a filling for your tamales.

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Tex-Mex Turkey Tacos with Black Beans and Cilantro

After Thanksgiving, turkey leftovers are a given—but that doesn’t mean they have to be boring! These Tex-Mex Turkey Tacos are a flavorful, quick way to transform your turkey into something exciting and taco-ready. Featuring seasoned shredded turkey with black beans, cilantro, and an optional twist of peas, this recipe is ideal for creating a Tex-Mex feast that’s as easy as it is tasty.

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Pro Tip: If you want even more heat, sprinkle a dash of chipotle powder into the turkey mixture or serve with a spicy salsa.

This Tex-Mex twist on turkey leftovers will make you look forward to post-Thanksgiving meals every year!

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Leftover Turkey Tacos

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We’re transforming those Thanksgiving leftovers into a whole new meal. Theturkey is cooked with onions, jalapeños, chili powder, and cumin, then foldedinside a lightly charred tortilla and topped with cilantro, sour cream,avocado, and a big dollop of cranberry chutney. The cranberry chutney replacesyour usual salsa or pico and brings a hint of sweetness and a whole lot ofzesty to these tacos that taste nothing like Thanksgiving dinner.

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These Turkey Tacos pair perfectly with the Cranberry Margarita found here