ITALIAN-STYLE TURKEY WITH POLENTA
This recipe is very easy to prepare, and is made even easier when it simmers in a slow cooker. The turkey comes out tender and the veggies add a mix of color and heartiness.-Gilda Lester, Milsboro, Delaware
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h30m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Sprinkle turkey thighs with salt and pepper. In a 6-qt stockpot, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. Brown thighs on all sides in batches. Remove from pan. In same pan, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add carrots, onion, fennel and mushrooms; cook and stir 3-5 minutes or until softened. Add garlic, tomato paste and Italian seasoning; cook 1 minute longer. Add wine, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan; stir in tomatoes., Transfer turkey and vegetable mixture to a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 4-6 hours or until meat is tender. Remove turkey from slow cooker. When cool enough to handle, remove meat from bones; discard bones. Keep meat warm., Preheat oven to 425°. Brush polenta slices with remaining olive oil. Place slices 1/2 in. apart on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake 30-40 minutes or until golden brown, turning halfway though baking. Meanwhile, mince reserved fennel fronds. To serve, top polenta with turkey and sauce; sprinkle with minced fennel.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 622 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 324mg cholesterol, Sodium 1085mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 83g protein.
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Josh Hofer
[email protected]The turkey was a bit dry, but the polenta was delicious.
SM new g akash
[email protected]This dish is a bit too rich for my taste. I would probably cut down on the amount of butter and cheese next time.
Mahesh chhetri
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of Italian food, but I really enjoyed this dish. The flavors were all very well-balanced.
Zahran Morsidi
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover turkey. I made it the day after Thanksgiving, and it was just as good as it was on Thanksgiving Day.
Md :akash Akash
[email protected]I had to make a few substitutions, but the dish still turned out great. I used chicken broth instead of turkey broth, and I used a different type of cheese for the polenta.
Arjun Sharma
[email protected]I've never made polenta before, but this recipe made it easy. The polenta turned out perfectly, and it was a great accompaniment to the turkey.
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[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and impressive dish.
Edward c oceans
[email protected]I made this dish for Thanksgiving dinner, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
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[email protected]This dish is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and flavorful, and it's sure to impress your guests.
Abubakr Elsayed
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The turkey was cooked perfectly, and the polenta was delicious.
Jacob Sherwin
[email protected]Definitely a keeper! This recipe is going into my regular rotation.
Sj Satu
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The turkey was moist and juicy, and the polenta was creamy and flavorful.
Alish Bhattarai
[email protected]I love the combination of the turkey and the polenta. The turkey is moist and flavorful, and the polenta is creamy and cheesy.
Alexis O'Connell
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to dress up a turkey dinner. The polenta adds a touch of elegance, and the flavors are all perfectly balanced.
Edward Spencer
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about using turkey instead of chicken, but I was pleasantly surprised. The turkey was just as flavorful, and it cooked up perfectly.
Isma'il Khalid
[email protected]I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The turkey is always cooked perfectly, and the polenta is always creamy and delicious.
Lady Eli
[email protected]This Italian-style turkey recipe was an absolute delight! The turkey was incredibly juicy and flavorful, and the polenta was creamy and smooth. The combination of the two was heavenly.