13 Sandwiches That Make Leftover Season Worth Waiting For
Turkey Reuben
The Turkey Reuben makes post-holiday fridge cleanup feel like an upgrade. Layers of turkey, Swiss cheese, kraut, and Thousand Island dressing melt together on rye, turning cold cuts into something that feels fresh and intentional again.
Hot Brown Sandwich
Louisville’s Hot Brown Sandwich turns leftover turkey into pure comfort. Covered in Mornay sauce and broiled to perfection, it’s the definition of “better the next day.”
Bobbie Sandwich
The Bobbie Sandwich from Delaware takes Thanksgiving leftovers and locks them in bread. Turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce meet in perfect balance – it’s the sandwich everyone secretly wants more than the big meal itself.
Roast Pork Sandwich
Philadelphia’s Roast Pork Sandwich gives cold roast its second wind. Warmed, dipped in broth, and layered with greens and sharp cheese, it’s a masterclass in turning leftovers into a hero moment.
Sloppy Joe
The Sloppy Joe doesn’t wait for the holidays to reuse what’s around. It’s the perfect way to stretch a little ground meat and a lot of sauce into a full meal without trying too hard.
Patty Melt
A Patty Melt is leftover magic in motion. Last night’s burger patties turn golden again under melted cheese and caramelized onions. It’s diner comfort disguised as resourcefulness.
Pastrami Burger
The Pastrami Burger thrives on reinvention. Layer cold slices of pastrami over a leftover patty, melt cheese, and you’ve got something that tastes like a backyard encore.
Brisket Sandwich
With the Brisket Sandwich, barbecue leftovers become a fresh centerpiece. A quick reheat, a drizzle of sauce, and soft bread turn day-old brisket into something new worth bragging about.
Hot Beef Sandwich
The Hot Beef Sandwich transforms leftover roast into comfort with purpose. Covered in gravy and piled high on soft bread, it’s an easy, satisfying reason to look forward to tomorrow’s dinner.
Fried Chicken Biscuit
The Fried Chicken Biscuit puts cold fried chicken back in the spotlight. A quick reheat between buttery biscuits, and suddenly brunch feels intentional again.
Crab Melt
The Crab Melt doesn’t care if the seafood’s from last night. Once it hits toast with bubbling cheese, it feels brand new.
Pit Beef Sandwich
Baltimore’s Pit Beef Sandwich takes leftover roast and spins it into something wild. Thin slices, smoky edges, and a hit of horseradish bring serious second-day energy.
Runza
Nebraska’s Runza makes leftovers portable. Stuff ground beef and cabbage into soft dough and bake until golden. It’s comfort wrapped and ready for whatever’s next.
