Cheesy Turkey with Pasta Recipe
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Cheesy Turkey with Pasta

By: SUSANBAILEY 
"This is a tasty cheesy pasta dish that's a great way to use leftover turkey. Chicken can also be used instead of turkey."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 3.8 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (22)

What to Drink?

Wine Chardonnay
Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package rigatoni pasta
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup turkey stock
  • 1/2 cup pasta sauce
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
  • 1 teaspoon crushed garlic
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/3 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/3 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1 pound cooked turkey breast, cubed

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  2. In a large saucepan or deep skillet, melt the butter over low to medium heat; blend in flour. Slowly add turkey stock, pasta sauce, and water. Mix well. Stir in onion soup mix and garlic; season with salt and pepper.
  3. Sprinkle in the Monterey Jack, Cheddar cheese and turkey. Stir until the cheese is melted and the meat is heated through. Spoon sauce over pasta and serve.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 579 | Total Fat: 20.1g | Cholesterol: 90mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 6, 2003 by MINIJOSH   view full review
This is an excellent recipe which'll be loved by kids as well as adults. I made this with,...
The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 3.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 11, 2003 by BABYOF02   view full review
I was not a big fan! My husband trying to be nice said "well hunny it taste like a Hamburger...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 14, 2006 by KC03   view full review
We had left over smoked turkey and I was trying to figure out a way to use it. This was the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 2, 2002 by HAPPYSTAMPER29   view full review
Excellent way to use leftovers. I didn't have pressed garlic, so I added garlic powder to...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 25, 2006 by CALLGOOD   view full review
My 17 year old step son loves this recipe. I have modified it though. I use a can of low...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 28, 2006 by Joy   view full review
Tasty, but not as cheesy as I expected. Next time I would double on the cheese! The onion...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 9, 2005 by MrsRoss   view full review
This was a pretty good way to use some leftover turkey. I would use less onion soup mix next time.
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 6, 2003 by AHINKLE   view full review
This was good and easy. I think next time I make it I wouldn't use a whole package of onion...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 26, 2006 by ELLOWYN   view full review
I used leftover turkey, chicken stock, and spaghetti sauce, mozzerella and parmasean cheeses. ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 31, 2005 by Deci 31   view full review
This recipe is yummy! You might want to add a few more spices and garlic as it is a little...

 

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