Turkey Tetrazzini with Mushrooms (Printable)
Creamy pasta combined with turkey, mushrooms, and cheese baked to golden perfection.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Pasta
01 - 12 oz spaghetti or linguine
→ Meats
02 - 1 lb cooked turkey breast, cubed or shredded
→ Vegetables
03 - 9 oz cremini or white mushrooms, sliced
04 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 cup frozen peas
→ Sauce & Dairy
07 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter
08 - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
09 - 3 cups whole milk
10 - 1/2 cup chicken or turkey broth
11 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
12 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
13 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
14 - 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
15 - 1/2 tsp salt
16 - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
→ Topping
17 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
18 - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
19 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
02 - Boil pasta in salted water until al dente according to package directions. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
03 - Melt 4 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and mushrooms, sautéing until softened and golden, about 6-8 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
04 - Sprinkle flour evenly over vegetables, stirring constantly for 1 minute to cook out raw flour taste.
05 - Gradually whisk in milk and broth, stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook until thickened, 3-4 minutes.
06 - Stir in heavy cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Remove from heat.
07 - Fold in cooked turkey, frozen peas, 1/2 cup Parmesan, and mozzarella until fully incorporated.
08 - Add cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with creamy sauce.
09 - Spread mixture evenly into prepared baking dish.
10 - Combine breadcrumbs, remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan, and melted butter in a small bowl. Sprinkle evenly over casserole.
11 - Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbling and golden brown on top. Let rest 10 minutes before serving to allow sauce to set.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The creamy sauce hugs every strand of pasta while the mushrooms add this earthy depth that makes it feel special
- It transforms boring leftover turkey into something completely new and exciting
02 -
- The nutmeg is not optional, it is the secret ingredient that makes this taste like it came from a restaurant kitchen
- Do not skip the resting time or the sauce will be too runny when you serve it
03 -
- Cut your turkey into similar-sized pieces so every bite has the same ratio of meat to sauce
- Grate your own Parmesan instead of using pre-grated for better melting and flavor