Ingredients
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For the Casserole:
- 12 oz spaghetti or fettuccine (uncooked)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 oz white mushrooms, sliced
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken or turkey broth (low-sodium)
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded or diced
- 1 cup frozen peas (optional)
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Topping:
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti until al dente according to the package instructions.
- Drain the pasta and set aside. Drizzle with a little olive oil to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Sauté the Vegetables
- In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until the mushrooms are golden and tender.
Step 3: Make the Creamy Sauce
- Sprinkle the flour over the cooked vegetables and stir to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken or turkey broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Bring to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, sour cream, and Dijon mustard. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
Step 4: Add the Turkey and Pasta
- Stir the shredded turkey, frozen peas (if using), Parmesan cheese, and dried thyme into the sauce. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika (if using).
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
Step 5: Assemble the Casserole
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Transfer the turkey and pasta mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
Step 6: Prepare the Topping
- In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with the melted butter and Parmesan cheese.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the casserole.
Step 7: Bake
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- For an extra crispy topping, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end, watching carefully to prevent burning.
Step 8: Serve
- Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm with a side salad or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Fat: 19g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g