The holiday season is filled with foods both new and timeless. It’s an opportunity to gather, share, and delight in the warmth of community. From traditional dishes to festive treats, our tables overflow with delicious creations—sometimes more than we know what to do with. But with abundance comes the inevitable question: what happens to all the leftovers? Often, these tasty morsels are simply reheated throughout the week, losing some of their flavour and texture. While reheating satisfies hunger, repeating the same meal can quickly tire the palate. This is where culinary ingenuity shines! Whether it’s a hearty soup, a loaded sandwich, or a sweet dessert, leftovers can be transformed into something fresh and exciting. Not to mention, it helps to reduce waste and provide more value for the money spent.
Discover a selection of mouthwatering recipes that repurpose holiday dishes in creative ways we think you’ll love. Looking for more ingredients and inspiration? Check out the Farm Boy Digital Flyer—featuring weekly deals, new product highlights, local gems, and more, all at excellent value. At every location, you’ll find an assortment of fresh, long-lasting produce that gets you closer to the farm, along with quality items sourced locally and internationally. Whatever the occasion, come on in and enjoy good food from good neighbours.
Blog Overview
- Reduce food waste by using holiday leftovers as ingredients for new dishes.
- Discover holiday leftover dessert, frittata, sandwich, soup, and stir fry recipes.
- Farm Boy is your destination for holiday sides, farm-fresh produce, and curated Private Label products.
- 6 recipes using leftover cheese, deli meat, fruit, ham, roast beef, turkey, and more.
Holiday Leftovers Recipes
The Ultimate Holiday Leftover Sandwich
A sandwich is one of the most reliable and versatile ways to enjoy endless flavour combinations. From the bread to what gets stacked inside, it’s endlessly customizable to suit your cravings. That’s why we think you’ll love the convenience of our recipe that takes all the wonderful tastes of a leftover holiday meal and puts them into one delicious handheld! Between two of slices of bread (we recommend Farm Boy™ Multigrain Bread), you’ll find leftover turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and rich Farm Boy™ Double Cream Brie. Served with a side of our made‑from‑scratch Turkey Gravy, it’s a festive version of classics like the French Dip or Reuben sandwiches.
Full Recipe: Turkey, Brie, & Cranberry Sandwich Recipe
Roast Beef & Broccoli Stir-Fry
Your last meal’s roast beef still has plenty of flavour to give! A twist on a classic beef and broccoli stir-fry, this comforting dish adds international flair with aromatics like garlic and ginger. Take crisp broccoli and toss with tender slices of roast beef and a sweet, savoury teriyaki sauce for a meal that rivals any takeout favourite. We recommend our house-made Teriyaki Cooking Sauce—a signature favourite from our Hot Bar. It’s crafted with gluten-free soy sauce and Farm Boy™ Garlic Flowers for an umami-rich finish. Serve it over Farm Boy™ Organic Jasmine Rice Side Dish or Farm Boy™ Chow Mein Fresh Noodles for a delicious, convenient meal.
Full Recipe: Plant-Based Beef & Broccoli Recipe
Turkey Udon or Ramen
An excellent way to use leftover turkey is by making a comforting, hearty soup. Start by simmering the turkey carcass to create a rich stock that forms the base for your favourite flavours. Inspired by our Homemade Turkey Barley Noodle Soup, create a Japanese-style twist with a few simple additions. Add five sliced shiitake mushrooms, two to three slices of fresh ginger, two cloves of garlic, a splash or two of soy sauce, and a pinch of brown sugar. Season to taste—if you prefer it sweeter, add more sugar; for a saltier profile, add extra soy sauce. To deepen the umami, stir in one or two tablespoons of miso paste for a savoury, well-rounded flavour. Finally, add your leftover turkey meat and vegetables of choice, and serve with Farm Boy™ Udon Noodles or ramen noodles.
Add: A soft-boiled egg for extra richness and top with Farm Boy™ Togarashi Seasoning Mix.
Mixed Berry Strata
Transform leftover holiday bread rolls into a decadent brunch or dessert with this Mixed Berry Strata recipe. Stale bread is perfect here, soaking up layers of sweet-tart berries, Farm Boy™ Raspberry Jam, and creamy ricotta cheese. Brightened with orange zest and juice, this dish is the elegant cousin of bread pudding—richer, fresher, and bursting with vibrant flavour. It’s a wonderful way to repurpose berries from holiday fruit platters. And if you’re short on time, our Farm Boy™ Frozen Berry Blend makes it both convenient and delicious. Easily prep it the night before, pop it in the oven in the morning, and indulge in this festive treat.
Apple and Brie Grilled Cheese
A post-event charcuterie board or platter can be a treasure trove of cheeses, deli meats, and more. These tasty morsels are perfect for creating a nostalgic grilled cheese with a twist! Between two slices of hearty bread, layer your favourite leftover cheeses and deli meats (we love prosciutto or slices of holiday ham) for an exceptional savoury combo. Add crunchy Honeycrisp or Granny Smith apples for texture and a sweet contrast to the salty goodness. Butter the outside of your sandwich and grill in a panini press or skillet until perfectly melty. For a classic pairing, serve it alongside Farm Boy™ Cream of Tomato Soup. It’s prepared fresh daily in our kitchen with high-quality ingredients and our exclusive chef’s recipe.
Tip: Take things up a notch by using our locally crafted Triple Cream Brie or seasonal exclusive Brie Bakes—both made from 100% Canadian dairy. These cheese platter favourites will elevate your grilled cheese with rich, buttery, earthy flavour, and you can mix multiple cheeses to build even deeper complexity.
Holiday Leftover Frittata
There’s nothing easier than a recipe that requires a single bowl for mixing and a single pan for cooking. A handy dish that we think is worthy of your breakfast, lunch, or dinner roster is the humble frittata. This Italian-style baked omelette is fluffy, tender, and serves as the perfect vehicle for a world of ingredients. Take the odds and ends from your holiday platters—like antipasto, cheese, cut veggies, deli meats—and mix it all together with beaten eggs. Cook this delicious smorgasbord in an oven-safe frying pan gently over medium heat and finish it off in the oven. Once cooked, serve it with a side of fresh, crisp salad or greens (like arugula) tossed with our fan-favourite Farm Boy™ Lemon Garlic Dressing. Convenient and ready in 30 minutes or less, it’s a great way of using scraps destined for the bin. Not to mention, it’s downright delicious.
Full Recipe: Cheesy Spinach and Sundried Tomato Frittata
