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Leftover Turkey Tacos Recipe

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Great with any leftover turkey. This recipe is easy to prepare, perfect for lunch or dinner.

Leftover Turkey Tacos Recipe (+)

Directions

Heat tortillas in the microwave for 30 seconds.
Wrap them in foil and place in a 200° oven to keep them warm.
Use leftover turkey from the holidays and cut into strips.
Reheat the turkey in the microwave or oven until warmed through.
Place turkey strips into warmed tortillas.
Top with shredded cheese and fold in half to form a taco.
Serve with lime wedges, sour cream and salsa of choice.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Servings: 6

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Ingredients

-		8 10 inch corn tortillas
-		1 1/2 pounds leftover turkey, cut into strips
		shredded cheese of choice
		sour cream
		salsa

Leftover Turkey Tacos recipe - Ratings & Reviews

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Submitted by: Haley
Date: 2007/11/26

"Kids like them because they were simple. Next time I am going to try putting the turkey in taco seasoning to give it some more flavor."

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Submitted by: NewlyCook
Date: 2007/11/20

not rated

"a recipe I wouldn't have thought of on my own, but will have to try with all the leftovers this weekend."

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