Description
Turkey Tetrazzini is a creamy, comforting pasta casserole perfect for using up leftover holiday turkey. This easy-to-make dish combines cooked spaghetti with tender turkey, green peppers, creamy soups, sour cream, and milk, all topped with sharp cheddar cheese and baked until bubbly and golden.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 12 oz Spaghetti (cooked)
- 1 Green Pepper (chopped)
- 2 lbs Turkey (chopped or shredded)
- 10 1/2 oz Cream of Mushroom Soup (1 can)
- 10 1/2 oz Cream of Chicken Soup (1 can)
- 1 cup Sour Cream
- 1 cup Milk
- 2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese (grated)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Combine soups and liquids: In a large bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, milk, and sour cream, stirring until smooth.
- Add vegetables and turkey: Mix in the chopped green pepper and chopped or shredded turkey into the soup mixture, stirring well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
- Incorporate cooked spaghetti: Add the cooked spaghetti noodles to the bowl and gently stir everything together until well combined.
- Transfer to baking dish: Pour the mixture into a 13×9 inch baking pan, spreading it out evenly.
- Top with cheese: Sprinkle the grated sharp cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Cover and bake: Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil to retain moisture and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the dish is bubbly.
Notes
- This recipe is a fantastic way to repurpose leftover holiday turkey into a satisfying dinner.
- The combination of cream of mushroom and cream of chicken soups creates a rich and creamy base.
- For added flavor, consider sprinkling with fresh herbs like parsley or thyme before baking.
- You can substitute milk with a low-fat option to reduce calories.
- Ensure spaghetti is well-cooked but not mushy for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 344 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 459 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 73 mg