Turkey Tetrazzini
Light & Tasty
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Your family will flip over this turkey and mushroom casserole from Irene Banegas of Las Cruces, New Mexico. In fact, the creamy Parmesan-topped tetrazzini is so satisfying, that no one will suspect that it's low in fat.
SERVINGS: 6
CATEGORY: Lower Fat
METHOD: Baked
TIME: Prep: 25 min. Bake: 25 min.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 pound uncooked spaghetti
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (12 ounces) fat-free evaporated milk
- 2-1/2 cups cubed cooked turkey breast
- 1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
- Dash pepper
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Directions:
Cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain.
In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in butter until tender. Combine cornstarch and broth until smooth; stir into the onion mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat to low. Add the milk; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes. Stir in the spaghetti, turkey, mushrooms, seasoned salt and pepper.
Transfer to an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and bake at 350° for 20 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and paprika. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through. Yield: 6 servings.