Post Thanksgiving Idea: 1 week in advance (Mashed Potato WafflesTurkey, Brie, Cranberry Sandwich)

I know, I am a week early still, but I had leftovers...

I had left over turkey from Doctor Whosgiving.

I had left over brie from the cranberry cups also made for Doctor Whosgiving.

I had left over mashed potatoes from the peirogis.

I had left over sage from the sweet potato gnocchi.

So I made a Thanksgiving Left Over Dish.

Turkey, Brie, and Cranberry Sandwiches on Parmesan Mashed Potato Waffles

Ingreidents
1 1/2 cups leftover mashed potatoes

1 cup buttermilk

2 eggs

1/4 cup butter, melted

4-5 sage leaves, minced

1 cup flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Sandwiches

leftover turkey (enough for 4 triangles)

1 tablespoon butter

1 avocado, lightly mashed <I didn't use this>

salt and pepper to taste

4 ounces brie, sliced (or more!)

leftover cranberry sauce

8 slices cooked thick cut bacon (optional) <I didn't use these>

4 eggs, cooked to your liking (optional) <I didn't use these>

INSTRUCTIONS

To make the waffles. In a medium bowl whisk together the mashed potatoes, buttermilk, eggs and melted butter until smooth. Stir in the minced sage.

Add the flour, baking soda and baking powder and stir until just combined. Fold in the Parmesan cheese.

Preheat waffle iron. When ready scoop the batter (you will need to spread the batter out using the back of a spoon) into the hot, greased waffle maker and cook to your preference. Repeat with the remaining batter. The batter should make about 4-5 waffles, depending on you waffle maker. Tear 2 of those waffles into fourths. If you are using a square waffles just leave them whole.

Prep the sandwiches. Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt the butter. Once hot add the turkey and get it buttery and crisp all over, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat

Add the avocado to a bowl and lightly mash with a pinch of salt and pepper.

Assemble the sandwiches. Preheat the oven to 425 degree F. Line a baking sheet with parchment and place the waffles on the baking sheet.

Spread the mashed avocado on four of the waffle triangles (or squares or whatever shape you have). Top with sliced brie, then the warm buttery turkey, a dollop of cranberry sauce and two slices of bacon (if using). Now grab the tops to the sandwiches (the remaining four triangles) and add a slice or two of brie. Place the pan in the oven for 5 minutes, watching closely to make sure the brie is not getting too melty! During this time I fried my eggs.

Remove from the oven and top each triangle with one egg and then place the tops on the sandwiches. Push down and eat!! FYI, it is going to be a bit messy. I had to use a fork for these!

Instagrammed and enjoyed.

These were great. Husband didn't know what I meant when I told him the name of the dish so when he came out of the office when I said dinner was about ready, he was a bit shocked and thoroughly excited. As I have mentioned before, he enjoys compartmentalized food like muffins, sandwiches, and wraps, so this was like Thanksgiving in the ultimate sandwich form. I didn't use the "Oven To Get The Cheese Melty" technique and it was aokay.

I highly suggest this as a use of the leftovers from Christmas. Although, I think I prefer the Turkey Cranchiladas more simply because I like the lack of potato. That just has to do with my low carb life style.

Until the next big meal with many leftovers....