Leftover Turkey Sliders with Honey Lavender Mustard
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The day after Thanksgiving, the fridge is full and nobody wants to cook. Lavender scones, biscuits or dinner rolls make buttery little slider buns for leftover turkey, cranberry sauce and a quick honey mustard.
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Why this pairing works
Scones sit right between a biscuit and a sweet roll, so they love salty turkey and tart cranberry. Honey mustard ties sweet and savory together, and black pepper wakes up the lavender.
Makes 4 (8 sliders) Prep 10 min Cook 10 min
Ingredients
- 8 Lavender Scone (Classic), biscuits or dinner rolls, split in half
- 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 Tbsp Lavender Wildflower Honey
- Lavender Pepper Grinder, to taste
- 2 cups leftover roast turkey, sliced or shredded
- 2 Tbsp chicken or turkey broth, for reheating
- 4 slices white cheddar or Brie, halved
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
- 1 cup arugula or baby spinach
Directions
- Heat the oven to 350°F. Stir the mustard and honey together with a few grinds of Lavender Pepper.
- Warm the turkey with the broth, covered, in a skillet or the microwave until it reaches 165°F.
- Set the bun bottoms on a sheet pan. Spread each with honey mustard, then pile on turkey and a piece of cheese.
- Bake 4 to 5 minutes, until the cheese melts. Warm the tops on the same pan.
- Add a spoonful of cranberry sauce and a few greens, close with the tops and serve warm.
Serve it with: Lavender Garlic Pepper Grinder
What can you use instead of scones?
Any small, sturdy bread works. Buttermilk biscuits are the closest match, Hawaiian or dinner rolls make softer sliders, and leftover crescent rolls or croissants feel extra special. Split and warm them the same way.
How do you make honey lavender mustard?
Stir 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard with 1 tablespoon lavender wildflower honey and a few grinds of black or lavender pepper. Whole-grain mustard gives it more texture. It keeps a week in a jar in the fridge and is just as good on ham, pork chops and pretzels.
How do you make turkey sliders for a crowd?
- Set a 12-pack of slider rolls in a baking dish without separating them, and slice the whole slab in half horizontally.
- Spread the bottom with honey mustard, then layer turkey, cheese and cranberry sauce.
- Replace the top, brush with 2 tablespoons melted butter and cover with foil.
- Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes, uncover and bake 5 minutes more. Slice into sliders.
How long is leftover turkey good for?
Refrigerate leftover turkey within 2 hours of the meal and use it within 3 to 4 days. Reheat it to 165°F. For longer, freeze it in portions for up to 3 months.
Make it your own
- Swap the turkey for leftover glazed ham and the cheddar for Swiss.
- Add a spoonful of leftover stuffing under the cheese.
- Serve with mugs of mulled lavender cider for a cozy leftovers lunch.
Frequently asked questions
Can I make them ahead?
Assemble up to 4 hours ahead without the greens, cover and refrigerate, then bake a few minutes longer. Add the greens after baking.
What cheese goes best with turkey and cranberry?
White cheddar, Brie, Swiss and smoked Gouda all melt well and pair with cranberry.
Can I use canned cranberry sauce?
Yes. Whole-berry or jellied both work; mash jellied sauce with a fork so it spreads.
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