Ground Turkey Noodle Bake
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 35 min. Bake: 15 min.
YIELD: 6 servings.
Back in the 1950's, when my husband was diagnosed as diabetic, we had five children at home to feed. I made this casserole often...and it satisfied us all. We all agree it's still as delicious today as it was then.
Ingredients
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3 cups uncooked wide egg noodles
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1/2 pound lean ground turkey
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1 medium onion, chopped
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1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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2/3 cup nonfat dry milk powder
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1/2 cup water
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4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed
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1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
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1 garlic clove, minced
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1-1/4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Directions
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1.
Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook turkey and onion over medium heat until turkey is no longer pink; drain. Stir in tomato sauce and Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
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2.
In a small saucepan, combine the milk powder, water, cream cheese, parsley and garlic. Cook and stir over medium heat until cream cheese is melted.
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3.
Drain noodles; add to cream cheese mixture. Transfer to an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with turkey mixture. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
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4.
Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 15-20 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts
1 cup: 281 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 676mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 2g fiber), 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1-1/2 starch, 1-1/2 lean meat.
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