These Cranberry, Turkey and Stuffing Sandwiches are a homemade version of a Wawa Country staple: the Gobbler sandwich. Save your Thanksgiving leftover turkey, gravy, stuffing and cranberry sauce to make one yourself.
Some wait for the return of Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Lattes. For others, the surest sign of fall is the return of the Wawa Gobbler: hot turkey smothered in gravy, cranberry sauce and stuffing on a hoagie roll (what some of you insist on calling a sub or hero, but you're wrong).
Wawa is the best gas station/convenience store in the world. Sorry, Sheetz fans, it's just the facts. It was born in Southeastern PA in 1964, and has expanded into states up and down the eastern side of the United States.
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Ingredients
You don't need to live in Wawa Country to enjoy this delicious sandwich. With your Thanksgiving leftovers, you can make one at home.
- Hoagie rolls, also known as club rolls or long rolls. These vary in length from 6 inches to 12 inches. The size you get is entirely up to your preference.
- Leftover turkey, sliced thinly. I've made these sandwiches with traditionally roasted turkey, wet-brined turkey, dry-brined turkey, etc. It all works.
- Leftover turkey gravy
- Cranberry sauce, homemade or canned
- Stuffing
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine your leftover turkey and gravy. Warm over medium heat. Reheat your stuffing in a separate saucepan or in the microwave.
Slice your rolls horizontally, and spread each side with leftover cranberry sauce.
Pile a few slices of hot turkey onto the roll.
Finally, add stuffing to the sandwich. If your roll is very long, you may want to slice it in half.
Substitutions
You can substitute chicken for the turkey if you don't have Thanksgiving leftovers. You can even request thickly-sliced roasted turkey from the deli counter, and use it in these sandwiches.
No cranberry sauce? Try Georgian plum sauce, rhubarb ginger compote, or lingonberry jam. If you don't like sweet-tart sauces, you can even omit it altogether; the gravy by itself is enough to keep the sandwich from getting dry.
No stuffing; or not a fan? Use mashed potatoes instead. Plain mashed potatoes work fine, as do potatoes with sour cream, with chives, mashed sweet potaotes, etc.
Top tip
These sandwiches are a delicious way to use up Thanksgiving leftovers, but if you can't find club rolls, these are just as delicious served in a bowl! Place the stuffing in a bowl, pile the turkey and gravy on top, and finish with a dollop of cranberry sauce.
Cranberry and Turkey Sandwiches
These Cranberry, Turkey and Stuffing Sandwiches are a homemade version of a Wawa Country staple: the Gobbler sandwich. Save your Thanksgiving leftover turkey, gravy, stuffing and cranberry sauce to make one yourself.
Ingredients
- 1 cup leftover turkey gravy
- 8 ounces leftover turkey, thinly sliced
- 2 club sandwich rolls, sliced horizontally
- ¼ cup leftover cranberry sauce
- ½ cup leftover stuffing
Instructions
- Warm the gravy in a medium saucepan over medium heat. When just starting to simmer, add the turkey meat, and heat just until the turkey meat is warmed through.
- Split the club sandwich rolls, and spread 2 tablespoon of cranberry sauce on both sides of each roll.
- Divide the turkey meat and stuffing between each sandwich roll. Spoon more gravy over top, if desired.
- Serve warm.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 2 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 571Total Fat: 19gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 126mgSodium: 1343mgCarbohydrates: 56gFiber: 3gSugar: 12gProtein: 42g
I am not a certified nutritionist. This nutrition information is automatically calculated by third party software and is meant as a guideline only.
Food safety
We sometimes take for a granted that we have years (or decades) of cooking experience, that the average visitor may not. Add to, or remove from, the list below with health and safety tips.
- Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
See more guidelines at USDA.gov.
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Shelby says
Looks and sounds delicious!
Liz says
I've just become a fan of the Gobbler! What a terrific post Thanksgiving sandwich!
Tara says
That I just want to grab and take a huge bite. Love the shot with the gravy being poured on, YUM!!
Shaina says
Omg. The Gobbler!!! You know, I never actually had one of these growing up but I do remember how crazy everyone would get around this time of year when they were available. You are totally making me miss Wawa!
Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips says
Wawa rocks! Though I'm from Central Jersey, so we call them subs 🙂
Family Foodie says
The Gobbler needs to make it's way to Florida and into our family table! This sandwich looks amazing!!
Courtney @ Neighborfood says
I love combining everything on my plate on Thanksgiving day, so this is sandwich is right up my alley. Love it!
Amy Kim (@kimchi_mom) says
This is how I love my Thanksgiving sandwiches! Gotta love the carb-on-carb love with the addition of stuffing which is an important component in my opinion!
I've been living in NJ for over 4 years now and have heard about all the great things about Wawa, but have not seen a single one! Maybe I need to check out central or south Jersey!
The Home Cook says
I've lived in NJ and PA my whole life and have never eaten at a WaWa. But I keep seeing people talk about the Gobbler and now I want one! I'm definitely going to make this with our leftovers.
Coleen says
HOW have you never eaten at Wawa??
Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen says
Everytime I see these photos my stomach starts growling!! I can't wait for leftovers!!
Nichole says
Oh my goodness! This looks amazing!
Ala says
Any sandwich with a pourable sauce is a winner in my book. Happy holidays!
Cindys Recipes and Writings says
A great sandwich idea. I do love WaWa coffee though!
Sarah says
Without the stuffing, this was MY after holiday lunch for sure!
Julie @ Texan New Yorker says
Okay, how crazy is this - my husband and I went to the Philly area for Thanksgiving with his family and stopped in a Wawa for a bathroom break on the way home and I think I saw one of these!!
Your homemade version looks fantastic! Exactly what Thanksgiving leftovers are all about. 🙂