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Turkey Tetrazzini

Turkey Tetrazzini

The ultimate comfort food, Turkey Tetrazzini combines tender turkey, creamy sauce, and spaghetti for a delightful weeknight dinner. This easy-to-make dish will satisfy your cravings and make you feel right at home. Perfect for using up leftovers from Thanksgiving!
Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 540

Ingredients
  

  • teaspoons salt
  • 12 ounces spaghetti
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • cups turkey stock or low-sodium chicken broth
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon freshly chopped thyme
  • 2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
  • to taste freshly ground black pepper
  • cups ½ inch diced roast turkey
  • 10 ounces frozen peas
  • ½ cup dried breadcrumbs or panko
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Whisk
  • Grater
  • Cutting Board
  • Baking Sheet
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Chef's Knife
  • Frying Pan
  • Large Pot

Method
 

  1. Fill a large stockpot ¾ full of water, cover, and bring to a boil. Add 2 teaspoons of the salt and the spaghetti and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside.
  2. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Butter a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  3. In a medium sauté pan or skillet, melt the butter over a medium heat. Add the flour and cook, stirring, until faintly colored, about 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in the stock or broth until the sauce is smooth and thickened, 3 to 5 minutes.
  4. Whisk in the cream, then add the remaining ½ teaspoon salt, the rosemary, thyme, nutmeg, and pepper. Stir in the turkey and peas and heat through. Taste and adjust the seasonings, then remove from the heat.
  5. Put pasta in the prepared dish and spoon the turkey mixture over it.
  6. In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs and the Parmesan. Sprinkle evenly over the sauce.

Notes

  • Make ahead: Let cool completely, cover, and refrigerate for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 1 month.
  • To reheat: If frozen, let thaw in refrigerator. Reheat in a preheated 350 degree oven until heated through.