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Turkey quesadilla perfect for Thanksgiving leftovers

Is it too early to think about leftover turkey? How about a different kind of turkey sandwich: a quesadilla? It’s a turkeyand- cheese-filled tortilla. They’re pan-fried and served with coleslaw. You can make them with leftover turkey or chicken, or buy roasted turkey breast at the supermarket deli. In fact, you can use this recipe for any type of leftover roasted or deli-bought meats.

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TURKEY QUESADILLA

Recipe by Linda Gassenheimer • 2 8-inch light whole wheat flour tortillas • 3/4 cup shredded low-fat pepper jack cheese • 10 ounces cooked turkey breast (cut into thin strips) (about 2 cups) • 1/4 cup sliced pimento • 1 tablespoon seeded, sliced jalapeno pepper Place the two tortillas on a countertop. Divide all the ingredients in half.

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MACANESE MEAT-AND-POTATO HASH (MINCHI)

www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/macanese-meat-and-potato-hash-minchi Start to finish: 35 minutes Servings: 4 • 1¾ pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into ½-inch cubes • Kosher salt and ground black pepper • 12 ounces ground pork • 3 tablespoons finely grated fresh ginger • 2 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar • 2 tablespoons tomato paste • 6 scallions, thinly sliced, white and green parts reserved separately • 3 tablespoons grapeseed or other neutral oil, divided • 2 tablespoons soy sauce • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce • 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar • ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped In a large microwafe-safe bowl, combine the potatoes, ¾ teaspoon salt and ¼ cup water. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave on high until almost tender, about 5 minutes, stirring halfway through.

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CARMELIZED BAKED APPLES

• 4-5 apples • ½ cup sugar • 1 tablespoon flour • ½ teaspoon cinnamon • ½ cup brown sugar • ½ cup water • 1 teaspoon butter Peel and core apples. Cut in slices, and place in a 9-by-9-inch pan.

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EUGENIA LAST HOROSCOPES

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Look at what everyone around you is doing, and it will spark ideas that will help you offer something unique as your contribution. A partnership, sharing expenses or an adventure will improve your life.

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