Andrea Immer's Leftover Tips and Wine Picks Enjoying great food and wine doesn't have to end when the last fork falls at the holiday dinner table. In fact, next day leftovers can be as inspired as the actual holiday food spread. And, just like food, wine can be preserved for 3-5 days by simply recorking and refrigerating. If you have a variety of leftover wines or want to try a new wine with your next-day meal, check out this handy matcher.
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| LEFT OVER FAVORITES | WINE SUGGESTIONS |
| Turkey sandwich on a dinner roll with dressing and cranberry sauce | A red Zinfandel with its spicy, peppery quality enhances this popular leftover. |
| Spicy turkey chili | The fruit flavor and spiciness of a bold, red Shiraz (Syrah) pair well with this dish's fiery undertones. |
| Ham and cheese macaroni | The lemon/lime tartness of a Pinot Grigio cuts through the rich cheese and makes a comfortable companion to this American classic. |
| Turkey potpie with carrots and onions | The light fruitiness and good acidity of Beaujolais mingle well with the pie's creamy sauce and light flaky pastry. |
| Grilled ham and Swiss cheese sandwich | Slightly fruity and softer on the palate than a Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot marries well with this popular duo. |
| Red beans and rice with a ham hock | A Chianti has enough body, fruit flavor and acidity to give this bold flavored dish added pizzazz. |
| Turkey quesadillas with spicy jack cheese | Chardonnay with its full, round fruity flavor melds well with this cheese and turkey combo. |
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| In addition to contributing to wineanswers.com, Andrea Immer is the author of Great Tastes Made Simple: Extraordinary Food and Wine Pairing for Every Palate, Andrea Immer's Wine Buying Guide for Everyone, and Great Wine Made Simple: Straight Talk from a Master Sommelier. She is also a columnist for Esquire and other publications, and Dean of Wine Studies for the French Culinary Institute in New York. Former Beverage Director for Windows on the World in New York, Andrea now serves on the committee for the Windows of Hope Fund that raises money for the families of the Windows on the World employees affected by the September 11, 2001 World Trade Center disaster. |
| Information courtesy of Wine Market Council. |
