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Cozy Leftover Turkey Hand Pies with Gravy – Easy 30-Min Meal

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These cozy leftover turkey hand pies with gravy are a quick and satisfying way to use up holiday leftovers. Made with simple ingredients like puff pastry, leftover turkey, and gravy, they come together in under 30 minutes for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups leftover cooked turkey, shredded or diced
  • 1 cup leftover gravy
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • Flour for dusting
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
  • A pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
  2. In a small skillet over medium heat, melt the 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the shredded turkey, sautéed onion and garlic, thawed peas and carrots, gravy, dried thyme, and black pepper. Stir together until well combined. Taste and add salt if needed.
  4. Lightly flour your work surface and unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet. Using a rolling pin, gently roll it out to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut the pastry into 6 equal squares (about 4×4 inches each).
  5. Place about 2-3 tablespoons of filling in the center of each pastry square, leaving about a 1/2-inch border around the edges.
  6. Brush the edges of each pastry square with the beaten egg wash. Fold the pastry over the filling to form a triangle or rectangle. Press the edges together with a fork to seal tightly. Poke 2-3 small steam vents on top of each pie.
  7. Brush the tops of each pie with the remaining egg wash. Place the pies on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes, until the pastry is puffed up and deep golden brown.
  9. Let the pies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm, with extra gravy for dipping if desired.

Notes

Keep everything cold for best results with puff pastry. Seal edges really well to prevent leakage. Let filling cool slightly before assembling. For best reheating, use a 350°F oven for 8-10 minutes. These freeze beautifully unbaked for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: leftover turkey, hand pies, puff pastry, comfort food, quick meal, 30-minute recipe, Thanksgiving leftovers

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