Cheddar Turkey Casserole
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min. Bake: 35 min.
YIELD: 6 servings.
This recipe comes with lots of mass appeal, thanks to its cheesy sauce. Pasta, veggies and leftover turkey combine to create a filling meal. —Steve Foy, Kirkwood, Missouri
Ingredients
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4 cups uncooked spiral pasta
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1 garlic clove, minced
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3 tablespoons butter
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon prepared mustard
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1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
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2 cups 2% milk
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1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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2 cups cubed cooked turkey
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2 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
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1/2 cup slivered almonds
Directions
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1.
Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions.
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2.
Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, saute garlic in butter until tender. Stir in flour, salt, mustard, thyme and pepper. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in cheese until melted. Drain pasta; place in a large bowl. Toss with turkey, vegetables and cheese sauce.
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3.
Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with almonds. Bake, uncovered, 35-40 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts
1-1/3 cups: 513 calories, 23g fat (12g saturated fat), 87mg cholesterol, 703mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 5g fiber), 31g protein.
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