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Leftover Turkey Pasta Casserole
Instructions
1
Preheat oven to 375℉. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch casserole dish and set aside.
2
Cook pasta al dente according to package directions, drain and set aside.
3
Melt butter in a medium saute pan. Add sliced mushrooms and cook for about 5 minutes or until tender.
4
In a large bowl, add cooked pasta, cooked mushrooms, soup, milk, seasonings, turkey, frozen peas, and ½ cup of the shredded cheese. Stir to combine.
5
Transfer mixture to prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle with remaining shredded cheese.
6
To make the topping, melt 2 Tablespoons of butter and stir in the bread crumbs. Sprinkle topping in an even layer on the casserole.
7
Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes. Turn oven settings to broil and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Shred Turkey While Warm 🔥Shred leftover turkey while it's still slightly warm for easier separation and better texture integration into the casserole, avoiding dry, chunky pieces.
- Toast Bread Crumb Topping 🥖Toss bread crumbs with melted butter before adding to the casserole top, then bake separately on a sheet pan until golden for extra crunch that won't get soggy.
- Sauté Mushrooms First 🍄Pre-cook mushrooms in butter to release their moisture and concentrate flavors, preventing a watery casserole and adding deeper umami to the dish.
- Undercook Pasta Slightly 🍝Cook penne to just al dente before mixing into the casserole since it will continue cooking in the oven, ensuring the final texture stays tender rather than mushy.
- Layer Cheese Strategically 🧀Reserve half the mozzarella to sprinkle on top before baking so you get both melted cheese throughout and a beautiful golden, bubbly crust on the surface.
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Diet at a Glance
High Protein
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Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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