Food and Recipes Meat Turkey Leftover Turkey Hash Be the first to rate & review! Turn leftover turkey from Thanksgiving Day into a hearty hash the next morning. By Southern Living Test Kitchen Southern Living Test Kitchen The Southern Living Test Kitchen has been publishing recipes since 1970, four years after the first issue of Southern Living Magazine appeared on newsstands. The Southern Living Test Kitchen team includes a team of professionals with deep expertise in recipe development, from pastry chefs and grilling experts to nutritionists and dietitians. Together, the team tests and retests, produces, styles, and photographs thousands of recipes each year in the state-of-the-art test kitchen facility located in Birmingham, Alabama. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on November 17, 2023 Rate PRINT Share Close Photo: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kathleen Varner; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall Active Time: 40 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings: 4 This year, we've got a new way for you to bring life to leftover turkey: turkey hash. Indeed, turn the leftover bird into a hearty breakfast everyone will gobble up. The heart and soul of this recipe is the potatoes, which are cooked in bacon drippings until lightly brown. Onions, bell peppers, and garlic are added to form a dynamic (and colorful) hash. A splash of red wine vinegar might seem unusual, but it adds a tangy note and helps balance out the richness of the bacon. Pair the leftover shredded turkey with hot, crumbled bacon for double the fun (in this dish, a little bacon grease brings a big punch of flavor). Fry up some sunny-side eggs to top the hash, and you've got a whole meal in one skillet. Ingredients for Turkey Hash To make this turkey hash, you'll need: Thick-cut bacon slices: Cooked and crumbled for a crisp, meaty addition to the hash.Yukon Gold potatoes: Diced for crispy, browned exteriors and tender middles. Canola oil: Can substitute with any neutral oil.Yellow onion, red bell pepper, and garlic: For a classic trio of flavors and bright color in the hash.Cooked turkey: A great way to repurpose leftover turkey, or swap with rotisserie chicken at other times of the year.Red wine vinegar: A hint of acidity cuts the heaviness of the potatoes and bacon.Kosher salt and black pepper: To enhance the overall flavor.Large eggs: Fried for topping the hash.Scallion: Thinly sliced for a fresh touch. How To Make Turkey Hash This hash comes together quickly for a satisfying meal for the whole family. Full instructions are below, but here's a brief recap before you get started: Step 1. Cook bacon: Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy. Transfer to a plate, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings in skillet. Crumble bacon.Step 2. Cook potatoes: Add potatoes and oil to skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are lightly browned.Step 3. Add vegetables: Add onion and bell pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender. Stir in garlic; cook 1 minute.Step 4. Add turkey: Add turkey, vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until turkey is warmed through.Step 5. Garnish and serve: Top with fried eggs; sprinkle with scallion and crumbled bacon. Serve hot. Variations for Turkey Hash The beauty of hash is that you can mix and match the ingredients depending on what you have on hand. Try out some of these substitutions when needed: Leave out the bacon or swap with turkey bacon, pancetta, or proscuitto.Yukon Golds can be substituted with russets, fingerling potatoes, or even sweet potatoes.When it comes to the veggies, feel free to toss in some baby spinach, other types of peppers, mushrooms, and more.While this is the perfect way to use up leftover turkey, sub in rotisserie or leftover shredded chicken when you don't have turkey on hand.Amp up the spices with paprika, cayenne, or any seasonings you love. How To Store and Reheat Leftover Turkey Hash Refrigerate leftover turkey hash in an airtight container for up to three days. Reheat in a skillet until hot throughout before serving. More Recipes for Repurposing Thanksgiving Turkey Keeping that leftover turkey exciting takes a variety of recipes, from sandwiches to casseroles: Turkey, Apple, and Brie Sandwich Turkey Salad Turkey Grilled Cheese with Gruyere and Caramelized Onion Leftover Turkey Rice Soup Turkey Frittata Turkey Noodle Soup Leftover Turkey Casserole Quick Turkey Chili Turkey Pot Pie with Cranberry Pecan Crusts Barbecue Turkey Sandwich Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kathleen Varner; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall Ingredients 4 thick-cut bacon slices 1 lb. Yukon Gold potatoes, unpeeled, cut into 1/2-in. pieces (about 3 cups) 2 Tbsp. canola oil 1 cup chopped yellow onion (about 1 medium onion) 1 cup chopped red bell pepper (about 1 medium pepper) 1 tsp. chopped garlic (from 1 large garlic clove) 1 1/2 cups torn cooked turkey (1/2-in. pieces) 2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar 1 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 tsp. black pepper 4 large eggs, fried 2 Tbsp. thinly sliced scallion (from 1 scallion) Directions Cook bacon: Cook bacon in a large cast-iron skillet over medium, turning often, until crispy, about 10 minutes. Transfer bacon to a plate lined with paper towels, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings in skillet. Crumble bacon, and set aside. Cook potatoes: Add potatoes and oil to hot drippings in skillet. Cook over medium, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are lightly browned and softened, 10 to 12 minutes. Add vegetables: Add onion and bell pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mixture is tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in garlic; cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute. Add turkey: Add turkey, vinegar, salt, and black pepper; toss to combine. Cook, stirring occasionally, until turkey is warmed through, about 2 minutes. Garnish and serve: Top mixture with fried eggs; sprinkle with scallion and crumbled bacon. Serve hot. Frequently Asked Questions Can I use other types of vinegars for this hash? If you don't have red wine vinegar on hand, substitute with white wine vinegar or white vinegar. What makes a dish a "hash"? Hash comes from the French word hacher—to chop. It typically refers to a cooked dish with chopped meat, potatoes, and/or vegetables. Why won't my potatoes get crispy? Make sure to cook your potatoes over medium heat, stirring occasionally, not constantly, to give them time to brown and crisp. Rate It Print Additional reporting by Katie Rosenhouse Katie Rosenhouse Follow us Katie Rosenhouse is a pastry chef and food writer with over 15 years of experience in the culinary arts. 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