Turkey Tetrazzini Recipe Southern Living

Turkey Tetrazzini Recipe Southern Living

Turkey tetrazzini is a classic Southern dish that is easy to make, yet so delicious. This creamy, cheesy pasta dish is the perfect way to use up leftover turkey from the holidays, or to make a quick family dinner. Southern Living has a great recipe that is sure to become a favorite.

Ingredients

You will need 2 cups of cooked turkey, 1/4 cup butter, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 2 1/2 cups chicken broth, 1 cup evaporated milk, 2 tablespoons sherry, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 2 cups cooked spaghetti, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup slivered almonds, and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley.

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook until bubbly, about 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and evaporated milk and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is thickened, about 10 minutes. Add the sherry, salt, pepper, and garlic powder and stir until combined. In a 9×13 inch baking dish, combine the turkey, spaghetti, and sauce. Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese, almonds, and parsley on top. Bake for 25 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve hot.

Tips

If you don’t have sherry, you can substitute white wine or vermouth. You can also use cooked chicken instead of turkey. You can use any type of pasta you like for this recipe- spiral, penne, or rigatoni all work well. To make this dish even more flavorful, try adding 1/4 cup of diced onion, 1/2 cup of frozen peas, or 1 cup of sliced mushrooms to the sauce.

Turkey tetrazzini is a classic Southern dish that is sure to become a favorite. With a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of prep time, you can have a delicious dinner on the table in no time. Try this easy recipe from Southern Living and make sure to make enough for leftovers!