Turkey Shortcakes

A fast, satisfying way to use up leftover turkey by folding it into a melted cheese sauce and spooning it over hot biscuits or cornbread. This is comfort food in its purest form: warm, cheesy, and on the table in under half an hour.

Processed cheese melted in a double boiler with a splash of broth creates an impossibly smooth, creamy sauce. It won’t break or turn grainy like natural cheese can. The cubed turkey warms through in the sauce, soaking up all that cheesy richness.

This is the kind of recipe that made Thanksgiving leftovers something to look forward to. Simple, no-fuss, and deeply satisfying.

Kitchen Tips

• Use a double boiler or a heatproof bowl set over simmering water. Direct heat can scorch the cheese and make it lumpy.
• Stir occasionally as the cheese melts. Processed cheese melts evenly but still benefits from a stir to blend with the broth.
• Cut the turkey into small, even cubes so they heat through quickly and evenly in the sauce.
• Serve immediately over something warm. Hot biscuits, toast, or a slab of cornbread are all great choices.

Variations

• Use leftover chicken instead of turkey. Same technique, same results.
• Add frozen peas or diced roasted red pepper to the sauce for color and vegetables.
• Stir in a teaspoon of Dijon mustard for a sharper, more complex cheese sauce.