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turkey tetrazzini

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Lauren Conforti
HARRIMAN, TN

When my husband would ask me what I wanted him to make for my birthday dinner, I usually would ask for this dish! I absolutely love it! And, being a turkey junkie, it gives me my turkey fix. Haha! I also make this every year with leftover Thanksgiving turkey. And it is delicious made with chicken as well. :)

(2 ratings)
yield 8 -10
prep time 30 Min
cook time 1 Hr
method Bake

Ingredients For turkey tetrazzini

  • 1 lb
    linguini, uncooked
  • 1/2 c
    butter
  • 1/2 c
    flour
  • 2 1/4 c
    turkey broth (or chicken broth)
  • 1 1/4 c
    milk
  • 1 1/4 c
    light cream
  • 1 3/4 c
    parmesan cheese, divided
  • 4 c
    turkey (or chicken), cooked & chopped (great way to use thanksgiving leftovers!)
  • 1/2 sm
    onion, diced small
  • 1/2
    red pepper, diced small
  • 2-3 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1-2 can
    mushroom slices or pieces.
  • 1/2 c
    mozzarella cheese (optional)

How To Make turkey tetrazzini

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 350. Lightly spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with cooking spray.
  • 2
    Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 mins. Drain.
  • 3
    Melt the butter in an extra large saucepan. Saute onions, peppers, mushrooms & garlic until just soft.
  • 4
    Add in the flour. Whisk to remove any lumps. Then add in the milk, cream & chicken broth. Stir.
  • 5
    Bring to a soft boil. Add in 1 1/2 cups Parmesan cheese. Stir & then remove from heat.
  • 6
    In a large bowl, add in the turkey. Pour the sauce over the turkey. Stir well.
  • 7
    Add spaghetti into baking dish. Add in the turkey mixture. Stir to blend well.
  • 8
    Top with remaining parmesan cheese & mozzarella, if using. Bake about 1 hour, until bubbly & surface is lightly browned. ** Be sure to put a large baking sheet below the dish in the oven in case of bubbling over
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