Tackle Thanksgiving leftovers with these 5 recipes from the Star Tribune archives

Is it even Thanksgiving without days of leftovers? After the obligatory sandwiches, try these recipes for a new twist on your Thanksgiving favorites.

I’m a big stuffing/dressing fan, so I’ve already factored in leftovers when calculating my holiday meal plans. This recipe from Beth Dooley turns extra stuffing into croquettes — with leftover cranberry sauce for dipping. This definitely will change next year’s Thanksgiving math. Find the recipe here.

Much like different accessories can change the look of a dress, sauces can change how we look at leftovers. Beth Dooley created a trio of sauces — maple miso sauce, honey mustard vinaigrette and yogurt-herb dressing — that can enliven turkey sandwiches and the day’s vegetables or be the base of a hot dish. Get the recipes and more ideas here.

If it’s comfort food you’re looking for, few dishes fit the bill better than a home-cooked pot pie. Our recipe from the archive is a tag-team effort from Amy Thielen’s “The New Midwestern Table” and retired staff writer Kim Ode. Use it as a starting point, and fill it with your favorite ingredients. Find the recipe here.

After a day of heavy eating, a light(ish), brothy soup can hit the spot. This version from Meredith Deeds uses leftover turkey, but adds ground beef and ground pork for some meaty variety. Add a salad if you’re craving greens, but it does cry out for crusty bread and the last of the holiday wine. Find the recipe here.