I love leftovers. As in the food that sits in the fridge and somehow gets better with time. I like to eat it. And sometimes cold.
But when that leftover container holds prime rib? Game over. We are talking about the highest quality beef just sitting there waiting for its second act. You could reheat it and eat it plain. You could do that.
But let me tell you what my version of leftover prime rib is all about. It is about savory sandwiches and rich soups. It is about taking that fancy holiday meal and turning it into a weeknight warrior. It is the definition of comfort food meets luxury.
1. Prime Rib Tacos
I am just going to put this out there. Tacos are always the answer. It does not matter if it is fish or beef or chicken because tacos are there for you.
You just grab that leftover prime rib and an avocado and maybe a second avocado for guacamole because why not?
You need some queso fresco and lime juice plus cilantro and salsa. I find that store bought tortillas work perfectly fine and they save you some time in the kitchen. That is definitely a win in my book.
2. Leftover Prime Rib French Dip Sandwich
This sandwich is a little bit messy but it is so worth it. Just embrace the mess because the flavor is mouthwatering. The combination of meat and cheese makes this incredibly hearty and filling.
You get that perfect kick of spice from the horseradish mayonnaise. And the au jus? It is just luscious and tasty.
3. Leftover Prime Rib Beef Stroganoff
Most of us probably use ground beef for stroganoff. But if you really want to level up your dinner game you need to try it with prime rib. It makes the whole dish taste absolutely incredible.
You just toss in some herbs and spices along with a minced shallot and baby portobello mushrooms. Don’t forget the Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce for that depth of flavor.
In about 20 minutes you will be diving into a hearty and delicious bowl of noodles.
4. Leftover Prime Rib Hash with Potatoes
This tasty hash is basically the breakfast of champions. It brings together red potatoes and onion with some Worcestershire sauce and beef broth.
You toss in that leftover prime rib and olive oil and you have a nutritious meal that everyone is going to love.
If you are a big fan of eggs you can add a couple of poached ones right on top. It makes everything even more flavorful and satisfying.
5. Beef Barley Soup with Leftover Prime Rib
Soup is officially my favorite thing for fall and winter. This beef barley soup is exactly what you need to warm up your belly on those chilly nights.
It uses really simple ingredients like butter and garlic plus beef broth and veggies.
You cook up the onions and carrots and celery first. Then you add the garlic and the broth along with the prime rib and barley and red wine and thyme.
You let it all simmer for about an hour until the barley is tender. I like to make a big batch because it freezes well for up to three months.
6. Leftover Prime Rib Chili
This one is hands down my obsession on this list. I load it up with tons of beans and all the tomato varieties like diced and paste and sauce.
You add beef stock and jalapenos plus a really good local chili seasoning pack.
You throw the prime rib and everything else into the Instant Pot and just let the magic happen. It is so deliciously good. I honestly add extra meat sometimes just so I have leftovers for days.
7. Leftover Prime Rib Phyllo Pot Pie
Please do not run away when you see the long ingredient list. Most of it is just veggies and seasonings anyway. And honestly all the really good pot pies have a list like that.
The phyllo dough is flaky and buttery and just supremely yummy. You get moisture and juiciness from the red wine and Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce. It is packed with good things and makes such a filling meal all on its own.
8. Penne Pasta with Leftover Prime Rib
Is there anything better than warm fresh pasta with a glass of wine? This dish is super rich and creamy because of the mushrooms and heavy cream.
It gets perfect seasoning from garlic cloves and onions plus parsley and sun dried tomatoes.
The prime rib adds such a unique flavor to the pasta. My family gets so excited when we have leftover meat because they know this pasta is happening the next day.
9. Prime Rib Quesadilla
I never really thought about putting prime rib in a quesadilla until I saw this recipe and just decided to go for it. They turned out spectacularly good.
I learned that you really need to read the tips for getting them crispy.
You want to dry off the meat with a towel and use freshly grated cheese to get that perfect texture. Also make sure you wait until they are done cooking before you add wet toppings like salsa or sour cream.
10. Leftover Prime Rib Sandwich
You could technically just slap some meat on bread and call it done. But this recipe makes a much yummier sandwich. It feels like a whole new meal compared to the night before.
You have arugula and caramelized onions in there. Plus there is a spicy horseradish sauce that really wakes up your tastebuds.
