Turkey Tetrazzini Recipe
๐ Cook Time: 1 hour
๐ Prep Time: 15 minutes
๐ Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Description:
Transform your leftover Thanksgiving turkey into a mouthwatering Tetrazzini dish with this delightful recipe. Perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or a hearty dinner any time of the year!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 3 cups milk
- 2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 2/3 cups cooked turkey, shredded
- 4 cups egg noodles, cooked until al dente
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). This ensures your oven is ready to bake the delicious Turkey Tetrazzini to perfection.
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Prepare Baking Dish: Lightly grease a 9-by-13-inch baking dish, ensuring the Tetrazzini doesn’t stick during baking.
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Cook Noodles: Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until they are perfectly al dente. Once cooked, drain them and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
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Prepare Sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, stir in the all-purpose flour, creating a roux. Gradually mix in the chicken broth and milk, stirring continuously until the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
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Add Cheese: Stir in approximately 1 1/3 cups of grated Parmesan cheese into the sauce mixture, ensuring it’s well incorporated. Once the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth, remove it from the heat.
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Combine Ingredients: Combine the cooked turkey and the prepared sauce with the cooked noodles in the mixing bowl. Gently mix everything together until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
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Transfer to Baking Dish: Transfer the combined mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
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Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the Turkey Tetrazzini mixture in the baking dish, adding an extra layer of cheesy goodness.
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Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 1 hour, or until the surface is golden brown and bubbling with deliciousness.
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Serve: Once baked to perfection, remove the Turkey Tetrazzini from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving. Then, dish out generous portions onto plates and enjoy the comforting flavors of this classic dish!
This Turkey Tetrazzini recipe yields approximately 6 servings, making it perfect for sharing with family and friends. Serve it alongside a fresh salad or your favorite vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal. Enjoy! ๐ฆ๐
