How to Make Leftover Turkey Tetrazzini - A Step-by-Step Guide

After the Thanksgiving feast is over, many people find themselves with a surplus of leftover turkey. While sandwiches and salads are a popular way to use up the extra meat, one often-overlooked option is to make a delicious and comforting turkey tetrazzini. This creamy casserole is packed with flavor and is the perfect way to transform your leftover turkey into a new and exciting dish.

Turkey tetrazzini is a classic Italian-American dish that was created in the early 20th century. It ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package uncooked spaghetti
  • ½ cup butter
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 ⅔ cups grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 cups chopped cooked turkey

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Gather all ingredients, preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), and lightly grease a baking dish.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain, and place in the prepared baking dish.
  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour. Mix in chicken broth and milk. Cook and stir until the mixture comes to a boil. Stir in about 1 1/3 cups Parmesan cheese, and remove from heat.
  • Mix chicken broth mixture and turkey with spaghetti. Top with remaining cheese.
  • Bake 1 hour in the preheated oven, until surface is lightly browned.
  • Serve and enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    565 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 105mg
    • Sodium: 774mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 52g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 38g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 290mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 458mg