Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
As a homemaker, I'm all about storing and saving what we have. And after Thanksgiving, that means turning those leftovers and pantry staples into new, delicious meals without wasting a thing. In this video, I'll show you how I plan my after-Thanksgiving meals, use what's already in my pantry and fridge, and store a few items for later. These simple tips help you save time, money, and food while keeping your kitchen running smoothly.
Chapters
0:00:00 Use Thanksgiving Leftovers the Right Way
0:01:01 Homemaker's Turkey Pot Pie | Using Leftover Turkey the Right Way
0:18:31 Slow-cooked Turkey Chili | A New Flavor from Pantry Staples
0:26:37 Homemakers Turkey Bone Broth | Save and Store Every Bit
0:37:32 Sweet Potato Muffins | Turning Leftovers into Breakfast
0:42:54 Sweet Maple Chai Tea by Farmhouse Teas
0:47:11 Turkey Tetrazzini | Elevate Your Leftovers the Right Way
1:01:48 Homemaker's Wrapup | Storing, Saving, &n Serving the Right Way
And please, tell me in the comments, what's your favorite way to use up Thanksgiving leftovers?
About this video: This video is a collaboration with Ms Leona of Ebony, Ivy, and Thyme. When you are done here, check her out. Here's the link: youtu.be/k_GsN99Uvms?si=_bd7aN_mx-4eNeNU
About this music: ES_The First Fall of Snow courtesy of a paid subscription to Epidemic Sound, and Good Starts courtesy of the free YouTube Audio Library.
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Circus Clowns (Heinemann Read & Learn) by Denise Jordan
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Circus Performers (Heinemann Read & Learn) by Denise Jordan
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Circus Welcome to the Circus (Heinemann Read & Learn) by Denise Jordan
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Diwali (Heinemann Read & Learn) Library Binding April 2002 by Denise Jordan
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Harlem Renaissance Artists (Artists in Profile) by Denise Jordan
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Julian Bond, Civil rights Activist and Chairman of the NAACP (African-American Biographies) by Denise Jordan. amzn.to/3AW9Da6
Kwanzaa (Heinemann Read & Learn) Library Binding by Denise M. Jordan (April, 2002) amzn.to/3484wI4
Mystery at Marin Marsh (Rigby Literacy Leveled Reader) by Denise Jordan
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As a homemaker, I'm all about storing and saving what we have. And after Thanksgiving, that means turning those leftovers and pantry staples into new, delicious meals without wasting a thing. In this video, I'll show you how I plan my after-Thanksgiving meals, use what's already in my pantry and fridge, and store a few items for later. These simple tips help you save time, money, and food while keeping your kitchen running smoothly.
Chapters
0:00:00 Use Thanksgiving Leftovers the Right Way
0:01:01 Homemaker's Turkey Pot Pie | Using Leftover Turkey the Right Way
0:18:31 Slow-cooked Turkey Chili | A New Flavor from Pantry Staples
0:26:37 Homemakers Turkey Bone Broth | Save and Store Every Bit
0:37:32 Sweet Potato Muffins | Turning Leftovers into Breakfast
0:42:54 Sweet Maple Chai Tea by Farmhouse Teas
0:47:11 Turkey Tetrazzini | Elevate Your Leftovers the Right Way
1:01:48 Homemaker's Wrapup | Storing, Saving, &n Serving the Right Way
And please, tell me in the comments, what's your favorite way to use up Thanksgiving leftovers?
About this video: This video is a collaboration with Ms Leona of Ebony, Ivy, and Thyme. When you are done here, check her out. Here's the link: youtu.be/k_GsN99Uvms?si=_bd7aN_mx-4eNeNU
About this music: ES_The First Fall of Snow courtesy of a paid subscription to Epidemic Sound, and Good Starts courtesy of the free YouTube Audio Library.
#thanksgivingleftovers #homemakingwithdenise #save and store
➡️ WATCH NEXT Are you storing your rice the right way? youtube.com/shorts/bc1u3N7PrqM
➡️ My 20-Item Capsule Grocery Haul: youtu.be/ve2KopjZ4F0
➡️
➡️JOIN The Homemaker’s Circle (Optional Membership Community): patreon.com/HomemakingwithDenise
➡️
✳️ Want to learn about waterbath canning? Check out my course, Yes You Can! A Beginner's Guide to Waterbath Canning with this link: courses.homemakingwithdenise.com/courses/waterbath-canning-course
➡️SUBSCRIBE to my channel: youtube.com/@homemakingwithdenise
➡️Sign up for my newsletter The Homemaker's Journal: eepurl.com/ip_ZIs.
➡️Sign up for the free Laundry Lab Masterclass: eepurl.com/gxOQof.
➡️Don’t forget to head over to my YouTube channel’s home page where I share organized playlists to help you meet your homemaking and homekeeping needs.
Show Notes and Affiliate Links:
✳️Visit Amazon through my storefront here: amazon.com/shop/thisandthatwithdenisejordan
✳️ As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of my links below are affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, I'll receive a small commission. It does not affect the price you pay. All items are in my storefront.
✳️ALWAYS IN MY KITCHEN: (See EVERYTHING in My Shop):
Dutch Oven: amzn.to/3HNOseH
Ball Plastic Freezer Jars: amzn.to/3UvAup6
Spurtles Kitchen Tools: amzn.to/48bTHiS
Rubbermaid Spoonula: amzn.to/481wQqg
Ball Mason Jar Storage Lids: amzn.to/49olRZc
Measuring Spoons: amzn.to/3OxGNox
OXO 2 Cups Measuring Cup: amzn.to/3UBXiE1
Muffin Pan: amzn.to/3UwTlR0
Soup ladle: amzn.to/3SRTNbc
Ball Mason Jars amzn.to/4aZvQ8Z
✳️Check out the Grove Collaborative and possibly get free products here with your first order: grove.co/referrer/34203904/.
✳️ Apron Diva at aprondiva.com
✳️Shop the children's books I've written:
Circus Animal Acts Paperback (Heinemann Read & Learn) April 2002 by Denise Jordan amzn.to/3ukXWbB
Circus Clown ABC (Heinemann Read & Learn) by Denise Jordan
amzn.to/3GCHDcZ
Circus Clowns (Heinemann Read & Learn) by Denise Jordan
amzn.to/3HvEmx9
Circus Performers (Heinemann Read & Learn) by Denise Jordan
amzn.to/3ATKi0m
Circus Welcome to the Circus (Heinemann Read & Learn) by Denise Jordan
amzn.to/3HqPD1P
Diwali (Heinemann Read & Learn) Library Binding April 2002 by Denise Jordan
amzn.to/3L7N3ju
Harlem Renaissance Artists (Artists in Profile) by Denise Jordan
amzn.to/3uknBBn
Julian Bond, Civil rights Activist and Chairman of the NAACP (African-American Biographies) by Denise Jordan. amzn.to/3AW9Da6
Kwanzaa (Heinemann Read & Learn) Library Binding by Denise M. Jordan (April, 2002) amzn.to/3484wI4
Mystery at Marin Marsh (Rigby Literacy Leveled Reader) by Denise Jordan
amzn.to/3Ht4cll
Susie King Taylor: Destined to Be Free by Denise Jordan (Author) Higgins Bond (Illustrator). amzn.to/3HqljUR
✳️My Tech Gear
• Canon PowerShot G7X Mark II Camera amzn.to/2FGUUWj
• Canon M6 Mark ii amzn.to/32UxVEO
• Rode Video Mic amzn.to/2Fu871i
❤️Stay connected with Homemaking with Denise:
• Email: thisandthatwithdenise@gmail.com
• Facebook: @thisandthatwithdenise
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