Leftover Turkey Curry

An quick and easy recipe for a very flavorful and filling turkey curry. It’s one of my favorite ways to use up leftover turkey after Thanksgiving! Healthy Recipes

Spice mix:

1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon coriander
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Curry:

1 tablespoon avocado oil
1 medium onion , chopped (6 oz)
1 (14 oz) bag frozen bell pepper slices (or use three large bell peppers, chopped)
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
3 cups cooked turkey breast skinless, cut into chunks (16 oz)
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons cornstarch

• Mix the spices in a small bowl. Set aside.
• Heat the oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat, about 2 minutes. 
• Add the onions and the frozen bell peppers. 
• Cook, stirring occasionally, until the peppers have defrosted and the onion is tender, about 5 minutes. 
• If using fresh peppers, add a splash of water if the pan gets too dry.
• Stir in the garlic, the ginger and the spices, 
• Add the turkey and stir to coat.
• Add the broth. 
• Bring to a boil over high heat, then turn the heat down to medium-low 
• Simmer the curry, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
• Mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water. 
• Stir the mixture into the curry. 
• Keep stirring until the curry thickens, about 1 more minute. 
• Serve immediately, over rice or cauliflower rice.

Cranberry Pumpkin Bread

For me..the best of both worlds...Pumpkin and Cranberry together. Thank you Lemon Tree Dwelling

2 c. granulated sugar
1 c. packed brown sugar
¾ c. vegetable oil
1½ tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
½ tsp. allspice
½ tsp. nutmeg
½ tsp. ginger
1 (15 oz.) can pumpkin puree
2 eggs
3½ c. flour
⅓ c. water
2 c. fresh cranberries

Cream Cheese Icing
1 c. powdered sugar
2 oz. cream cheese, softened
2 tsp. milk
½ tsp. vanilla

*Icing recipe can be doubled according to taste

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
• In a large mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil. 
• Beat at low speed until blended.
• Add baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices. 
• Beat until blended.
• Add pumpkin and eggs. 
• Beat until blended.
• Add flour and water and stir just until blended.
• Stir in cranberries.
• Pour batter into two (5x9 inch) loaf pans that have been greased and floured.
• Bake at 375 degrees for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• Remove from oven 
• Cool 10 minutes in pan, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely.
• Combine icing ingredients and mix until smooth. 
• Spoon icing over bread.

Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake

An easy and delicious meal that can be on your dinner table in 30 minutes. Combining buffalo chicken dip and cheesy pasta in one pan creates a meal that everyone will love. Thank you Inside Bru Crew Life

2 cups (8 ounces) uncooked, penne pasta (or substitute cooked cauliflower)
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup ranch dressing
1/3 cup hot sauce
2 cups shredded, cooked chicken (rotisserie or canned)
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
green onions, for garnish

• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. 
• Spray an 8-inch casserole dish with nonstick spray.
• Cook the pasta noodles, according to the package directions. 
• Drain and drizzle with a little bit of olive oil to keep them from sticking.
• Stir together the cream cheese, ranch, and hot sauce until creamy.
• Add the chicken, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, and cooked pasta noodles to the cream cheese mixture and stir to combine. 
• Spoon into the prepared dish.
• Combine the remaining two cheeses and sprinkle over the top of the pasta. 
• Bake for 20 minutes, or until cheese on top is melted.
• Remove and serve immediately with green onions, hot sauce, and ranch drizzles. Serves 6.