Description
Turkey Tetrazzini is a creamy, comforting pasta casserole that makes excellent use of leftover turkey. This recipe combines tender turkey, cooked spaghetti, and a rich mixture of cream of mushroom and chicken soups, sour cream, and green peppers, all topped with sharp cheddar cheese. Baked until bubbly and golden, it’s an easy and satisfying dinner option for the whole family.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 12 oz Spaghetti (cooked)
- 1 Green Pepper (chopped)
- 2 lbs Turkey (chopped or shredded)
- 10 1/2 oz Cream of Mushroom Soup (1 can)
- 10 1/2 oz Cream of Chicken Soup (1 can)
- 1 cup Sour Cream
- 1 cup Milk
- 2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese (grated)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Heat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Mix sauces and turkey: In a large bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, chopped green pepper, and shredded or chopped turkey. Stir well to blend all ingredients evenly.
- Add cooked spaghetti: Incorporate the cooked spaghetti noodles into the bowl and mix thoroughly until all components are well combined.
- Assemble the dish: Transfer the mixture into a 13×9 inch baking pan, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the grated sharp cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Cover and bake: Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil to keep moisture in. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the casserole is bubbly.
Notes
- This recipe is perfect for using up leftover turkey from holiday meals.
- The combination of cream of mushroom and cream of chicken soups adds a rich and creamy texture.
- Sharp cheddar cheese on top melts to a deliciously gooey, flavorful crust.
- You can substitute the green pepper with other vegetables like mushrooms or diced onions if preferred.
- For a lower-fat version, use reduced-fat soups and cheese and substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 344 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 459 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 73 mg
