Being a Philadelphia native, my favorite thing about November is the Wawa Gobbler hot turkey sandwich. I re-created these cranberry and turkey sandwiches -- a regional staple -- at home for #SundaySupper's Thanksgiving leftovers theme!
In the days after Halloween, usually after bingeing on leftover candy, I need something savory to balance all that sweet. If you're on the mid- to northern-East Coast, you've likely heard of the popular local convenience store called Wawa. I head there for a hot Gobbler sandwich.
The Gobbler is a hoagie sandwich (also known as a sub sandwich or a hero), with cranberry sauce as the condiment, and stuffed with hot turkey meat dripping with gravy, and stuffing. It's like having Thanksgiving leftovers before Thanksgiving even gets here.
You can make cranberry and turkey sandwiches at home with your Thanksgiving leftovers. You'll need club sandwich rolls (I used 4-inch long rolls, also called "catering" rolls, but you can use any size you want, though for longer rolls, you'll need extra filling ingredients); turkey meat (light or dark), sliced about ¼ of an inch, or thinner. You'll need gravy, and stuffing (the moister, the better), and jellied cranberry sauce. You could also serve these on leftover buttermilk biscuits.
Want to make these at home, but you're not hosting Thanksgiving (or otherwise somehow used up all of your leftovers)? Grab some roasted turkey deli meat, and ask them to slice it thick. Then either make some stuffing, or get the stuff in the box at the grocery store. Voila!
Cranberry and Turkey Sandwiches
Ingredients
- 1 cup leftover turkey gravy
- 8 ounces leftover turkey, thinly sliced
- 2 club sandwich rolls
- 2 tbsp leftover jellied 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 1 tbsp of cranberry sauce on both sides of each roll.
- Arrange 4 ounces of turkey meat and ¼ cup of the stuffing on each sandwich roll. Spoon more gravy over top, if desired.
- Serve warm.
Inspired by the Wawa Gobbler
Don't forget to check out the other #SundaySupper Thanksgiving leftovers recipes!
Breakfast:
- Cranberry Sauce Muffins by The Foodie Army Wife
- Sweet Potato Casserole Muffins by Magnolia Days
- Italian Mashed Potato Pancakes by The Weekend Gourmet
- Cranberry Sauce'd Corn Bread Muffins by Rhubarb and Honey
Main Dish:
- Leftover Pie by Jane's Adventures in Dinner
- Thanksgiving Leftover Waffles by Foxes Love Lemons
- Stuffing Hash by The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen
- Turkey & Caramelized Onion Risotto by kimchi MOM
- Turkey with Creamy Mushroom Marsala Sauce by Casa de Crews
- Moroccan Turkey Stew by What Smells So Good?
- Peruvian Cilantro & Turkey Soup by The Little Ferraro Kitchen
- Turkey & Butternut Squash Stew by Cooking Chat
- Turkey Kreplach Soup by Panning the Globe
- Turkey & Stuffing Crepes by Peaceful Cooking
- Cranberry Apple Pecan Chicken Salad by NeighborFood
- Herbed Turkey over Cornbread Waffles with Cranberry Sauce by girlichef
- Creamy Peanut Gochujang Pasta by Wallflour Girl
- Cranberry Sweet Potato Soup by Take A Bite Out of Boca
- Turkey Enchilada Pasta Bake by Curious Cuisiniere
- Turkey Croquettes by Cindy's Recipes and Writings
Side Dishes:
- Cheesy Mashed Potato Croquettes by Noshing with the Nolands
- Whipped Carrots with Sriracha Butter by Healthy Delicious
- Cranberry-Balsamic Glazed Cauliflower Wings by Cupcakes & Kale Chips
- Cheesy Jalapeño Potato Cakes by Bobbi's Cozy Kitchen
Sandwiches:
- Cranberry and Turkey Sandwich by The Redhead Baker (recipe above)
- Monte Cristo Sandwich by Nik Snacks
- Hot Brown Turkey Sandwiches by The Life and Loves of Grumpy's Honeybunch
- Sprouted Grain Turkey, Cranberry & Brie Panini by Amee's Savory Dish
- Turkey Cranberry Flatbread by Peanut Butter and Peppers
Condiments & Sauces:
- Cranberry Vinaigrette by Nosh My Way
- Leftover White Wine Syrup by Food Lust People Love
- DIY Yellow Mustard by The Texan New Yorker
Dessert:
- Banana Cheesecake with Pecan Graham Cracker Crust by Desserts Required
- Cranberry Cream Cheese Bars by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Gluten-Free Lemon Cake by Hezzi-D's Books and Cooks
- Spiced Cranberry Sauce Buckle by The Wimpy Vegetarian
Cocktails & Drinks:
- Cranberry Orange Crush by The Messy Baker
- Cranberry Bellini by A Kitchen Hoor's Adventures
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. 🙂