GROUND TURKEY INCOGNITO

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If you're like me, you can always use another way to disguise ground turkey! This casserole can be made ahead if you like, and is easily adaptable to whatever ingredients you have on hand.

Provided by puppitypup

Categories     Poultry

Time 55m

Yield 1 casserole, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 24

1 lb ground extra-lean turkey
1 sweet onion, chopped
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (less if regular)
1/4-1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup low-fat milk
1/2 cup half-and-half or 1/2 cup cream
1 bouillon cube (beef)
8 ounces spinach, cooked and drained (and or mushrooms, broccoli...)
water, for boiling
2 teaspoons kosher salt, for boiling (less if regular)
6 ounces whole grain rotini pasta
1 cup low-fat milk
1/4 cup half-and-half or 1/4 cup cream
4 ounces cream cheese
1 tablespoon parsley
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
2 green onions, chopped
6 -8 ounces grated mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • PREP:.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease a deep casserole dish.
  • Recipe as is fits into a 9x9 3" deep casserole dish. Doubled would fit into an 11x11 4" deep casserole dish.
  • TURKEY:.
  • Saute turkey and onion over medium heat until done.
  • Add olive oil and butter, then flour and stir well, letting flour brown slightly.
  • Add milk slowly, stirring as you go, then cream, spices and bullion.
  • Bring to a low boil to thicken, then pour into greased casserole dish.
  • VEGGIES:.
  • Cook veggies, drain well, season if needed and layer over turkey.
  • PASTA:.
  • Bring water to a boil, add salt and pasta, cook per package directions. Then drain and set aside.
  • Re-using same pan, pour in milk, cream and cream cheese. Add spices and heat over medium heat until cream cheese is melted. Add chopped green onions.
  • Pour over turkey in casserole dish.
  • CHEESE:.
  • Sprinkle grated cheese over pasta and bake for 25-30 minutes or until done.
  • If made ahead, get it out of fridge about 1/2 hour before cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506.1, Fat 26.8, SaturatedFat 12.7, Cholesterol 111.7, Sodium 1204.1, Carbohydrate 34, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 7.1, Protein 32

Beauty Obianeri
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover ground turkey.


marc nswal
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I can easily add or remove ingredients to suit my family's tastes.


Catalyst
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This dish is perfect for a busy weeknight. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Ameria Winters
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's now one of my go-to weeknight meals.


King Whittnie
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Richard Selover
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The sweetness of the carrots and the tanginess of the tomatoes pair perfectly with the savory ground turkey.


Naeem Ayesha
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This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Mohammed kudu Ilyasu
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook ground turkey, and this recipe is a great addition to my repertoire.


yt_Yash Official
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This dish is a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into your diet.


Ryan Sparks
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I love that this recipe is so easy to make. I can throw it together in no time.


Sakhile Jack
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover ground turkey. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Shahid Hassan Birahmani (S Baloch)
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I'm not a huge fan of ground turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious!


Mukisa Daniel
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This dish is so flavorful and satisfying. I love that it's healthy too.


Ella Barrett
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different vegetables and even different proteins, and it always turns out great.


Living Star
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This recipe is a lifesaver for busy weeknights! The ground turkey is a great substitute for beef, and the dish comes together in no time.


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