Best 6 Ground Turkey And Eggplant Casserole Recipes

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Ground turkey and eggplant casserole is a flavorful and versatile dish that is perfect for any occasion. It can be served as a main course, a side dish or even an appetizer. The combination of ground turkey, eggplant, and spices creates a delicious and satisfying meal that is sure to please everyone. Best of all, the dish is easy to make and can be prepared in just a few simple steps. In this article, we will guide you through the process of creating a delicious ground turkey and eggplant casserole that is sure to become a favorite in your home.

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TURKEY EGGPLANT CASSEROLE



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Got this recipe from e-mealz.com. My family LOVED it - including my four children (who do not love vegetables!). Healthy, quick, & easy! Enjoy!

Provided by WJKing

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h10m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ground turkey breast
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/2 cups diced onion & bell peppers
1 1/2 lbs fresh eggplants, diced (do not peel)
28 ounces crushed tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried basil
3/4 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large pot, saute turkey, onion & peppers & garlic over medium heat until browned. (stir often to break up the turkey).
  • Add eggplant, tomatoes and basil. Bring to a low boil for 5 minutes.
  • Transfer to a sprayed 9x13 pan.
  • Sprinkle bread crumbs on top.
  • Cover with foil.
  • Bake 60 minutes @ 350. (remove foil last 15 minutes & sprinkle Parmesan cheese on the top).

GROUND TURKEY AND EGGPLANT CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Ground Turkey and Eggplant Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by jrobertfl

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb ground turkey
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium eggplant, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 cup elbow macaroni, uncooked
1/2 cup water
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon salt
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
4 medium tomatoes, cut into 4ths
2 medium onions, chopped
1 green pepper, cut into strips
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Cook turkey in skillet with olive oil until no longer pink.
  • Put into large casserole dish.
  • Stir in eggplant, elbows, water, garlic, salt, oregano, and pepper.
  • Top with tomatoes, onions, and green pepper.
  • Cover and cook at 350 for 50-60 minutes.
  • Stir and sprinkle with parmesian cheese.

EGGPLANT CASSEROLE



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With lots of vegetables, this good-for-you dish is low in calories, but full of flavor. I make it often in summer when fresh produce is abundant.-Marelyn Baugher, Holdredge, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups water
1 medium eggplant, peeled and cubed
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
3 medium tomatoes, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup milk
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil; add eggplant. Boil for 5-8 minutes or until tender;drain and set aside. , In a skillet, cook beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the tomatoes, salt and pepper. Cook and stir for 5 minutes or until tomato is tender. Remove from the heat. Stir in milk, egg and eggplant; mix well., Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Toss bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 151mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

TURKEY EGGPLANT CASSEROLE RECIPE



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Provided by Suzette

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 # ground turkey breast
1 Tbs. minced garlic
1 1/2 diced onion & peppers
1 1/2 pound fresh eggplant, diced not peeled
28 oz crushed tomatoes
1 tsp dried basil
3/4 c. italian bread crumbs
1/2 c. shredded parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In large pot, saute turkey, onion & peppers & garlic over med heat until browned. Stir often to break up turkey. Add eggplant, tomatoes & basil. Bring to alow boil for 5 min. Transfer to sprayed 9x13 pan. Sprinkle bread crumbs over top. Cover with foil. Cook 60 minutes @ 350, remove foil last 15 min. Sprinkle parm. on top. 6 pts plus

LAYERED EGGPLANT HAMBURGER CASSEROLE



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Eggplant goes great with tomato, hamburger and garlic in this easy-to-prepare and well-seasoned recipe.

Provided by Mari

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
2 onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 ¼ cups water
1 (14.5 ounce) can peeled and diced tomatoes
⅓ cup dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 eggplant
1 onion, sliced
½ cup dry bread crumbs
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, saute the ground beef, onion and garlic for 5 to 10 minutes. Drain excess fat. Stir in the tomato paste, water, tomatoes, parsley, thyme, oregano and basil. Set aside.
  • Slice eggplant into 1/4-inch rounds. Place a layer of eggplant into the bottom of a lightly greased 9x12-inch glass baking dish. Then place a layer of the ground beef mixture over the eggplant, followed by a layer of sliced onion. Top this with 1/2 the breadcrumbs and cheese. Then repeat the layers: eggplant, ground beef mixture, sliced onion and remaining breadcrumbs and cheese.
  • Cover and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 1 hour, remove foil and bake for 20 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 495 calories, Carbohydrate 26.5 g, Cholesterol 99.8 mg, Fat 29.2 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 31.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 739.1 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

GROUND TURKEY CASSEROLE



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Its quick, fun and great! I learned this in grammar school. You may want to serve with corn bread or French bread and a salad.

Provided by Beki

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground turkey
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 (12 ounce) package uncooked egg noodles
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, saute the ground turkey for 5 to 10 minutes, or until browned. Drain the turkey, stir in the tomato sauce and sugar, and set aside. In a medium bowl, combine the sour cream and cream cheese. Mix well and set aside.
  • Cook noodles according to package directions. Place them into a 9x13-inch baking dish, then layer the turkey mixture over the noodles. Then layer the sour cream mixture over the turkey, and top with cheese.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 20 to 35 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 515.6 calories, Carbohydrate 31.8 g, Cholesterol 145.3 mg, Fat 31.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 26.9 g, SaturatedFat 17.4 g, Sodium 551.7 mg, Sugar 2 g

Tips & Conclusion

Tips:

  • To make the eggplant less bitter, salt it and let it rest for 30 minutes before cooking.
  • If you don't have panko breadcrumbs, you can use regular breadcrumbs or crushed crackers.
  • You can add other vegetables to this casserole, such as zucchini, bell peppers, or mushrooms.
  • To make the casserole ahead of time, assemble it and bake it, then let it cool completely. Cover it and refrigerate for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat it in a 350°F oven until heated through.
  • Serve the casserole with a side salad or roasted vegetables.

Conclusion:

Ground turkey and eggplant casserole is a delicious and healthy meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it spicy or mild, cheesy or saucy, there's a ground turkey and eggplant casserole recipe that's perfect for you. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give ground turkey and eggplant casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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