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Turkey Day Roll-Up combines Thanksgiving leftovers for a portable holiday treat.
Turning thirty-five felt like the dawn of new traditions, and one of those began with our first informal 'Friendsgiving.' We were crammed into a cozy kitchen, reminiscing about college days, laughter mingling with the scent of simmering cranberry sauce. Amidst mismatched tableware, a new creation emerged: the Turkey Day Roll-Up. Born out of necessity and a touch of whimsy, it ingeniously used leftover turkey and stuffing. My trusty soft tortillas held the essence of Thanksgiving, layered with smooth whipped cream cheese for a surprising twist. I fondly remember how each roll-up seemed to disappear in an instant, eagerly devoured by friends who declared it an instant hit.
As the evening unfolded, I shared an impromptu tip, ensuring everyone layered carefully to maximize flavors in each bite. Secretly, I loved watching my friends’ eyes light up when the tart cranberry sauce hit their taste buds unexpectedly. That night, with our newly minted tradition of experiencing leftovers in a fresh way, solidified our commitment to making time for each other, no matter where life took us. Since that day, the Turkey Day Roll-Up has become a symbol of togetherness and the joy of sharing meals, celebrating friendships with a flavor-packed nod to the holidays.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons whipped cream cheese
- 1 soft tortilla burrito-sized
- 3 tablespoons cranberry sauce leftover or store-bought
- 1/2 cup stuffing leftover or store-bought, cooked
- 1/2 cup turkey breast boneless and skinless, leftover or store-bought, cooked and diced
Directions
- Spread the whipped cream cheese over 1 side of the tortilla.
- Spread the cranberry sauce over the cream cheese layer and cover with the stuffing.
- Sprinkle the turkey over the stuffing layer.
- Fold the left and right sides of the tortilla over the filling and make it tight. Use your thumbs to fold the side closest to you up and over the folded sides. Roll the tortilla up and tuck in the sides to seal.
- Serve.
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