Leftover Turkey Empanadas Recipes

LEFTOVER TURKEY EMPANADAS RECIPE

Steps:

• Gather the ingredients and preheat oven to 400 F.
• On a lightly floured surface, roll each pastry round to about 12 inches. Cut out three 6-inch rounds, then roll the remaining scraps out to cut out 1 more 6-inch round. Repeat with the remaining pastry sheet.
• In a small bowl, combine the turkey with the gravy and set aside.
• Combine the mashed potatoes with parsley in another small bowl.
• On each 6-inch round, mound about 1 1/2 tablespoons of mashed potatoes .
• Top with about 1 tablespoon of dressing, then about 2 to 3 tablespoons of the turkey mixture. Sprinkle with a little salt and pepper.
• Cut a few slits in the top of each empanada and arrange on a parchment paper or silicone lined baking sheet.
• Wet the edges with water, fold over, and seal with the tines of a fork.
• Beat the egg white and water together and brush each empanada lightly with the mixture.
• Bake for about 12 to 14 minutes, or until nicely browned.
• Serve with cranberry sauce on the side.

AFTER-CHRISTMAS EMPANADAS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400°. In a small bowl, combine turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce and gravy., On a lightly floured surface, unroll 1 pastry. Roll out into a 12-in. circle. Cut with a floured 4-in. biscuit cutter. Repeat with remaining pastry., In a small bowl, whisk egg with water; brush over edges of pastry circles. Place 1 tablespoon filling on 1 side. Fold dough over filling. Press edges with a fork to seal., Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Brush tops with remaining egg mixture; sprinkle with sage if desired. Bake 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm, with gravy or cranberry sauce if desired.