Description
A comforting Country Turkey Casserole recipe perfect for using leftover turkey, combined with creamy mushroom soup, savory herbs stuffing, and a blend of vegetables, baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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Base Mixture
- 10 oz. Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup
- 10 oz. Campbell’s Turkey Gravy
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 teaspoon Thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper (diced)
- 1 cup Celery (diced)
- 1 cup Carrots (diced)
- 1/2 cup Onion (diced)
- 2 cups Leftover Turkey (cut into small cubes)
Stuffing Mix
- 2 6oz boxes (12 oz) Stove Top Savory Herbs Stuffing Mix
- 2 1/2 cups Water
- 8 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and spray a 13×9 inch casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray to prepare for baking.
- Mix the Base Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the condensed cream of mushroom soup, turkey gravy, thyme, black pepper, diced celery, carrots, onions, and cubed leftover turkey. Stir everything thoroughly until evenly mixed.
- Pour Mixture into Casserole Dish: Transfer the prepared turkey and vegetable mixture evenly into the greased casserole dish.
- Prepare the Stuffing: In a saucepan, add the water and unsalted butter over medium heat. Bring the water to a boil, then stir in the stuffing mix until fully combined and slightly softened.
- Add Half the Stuffing to Casserole: Remove the stuffing from heat and spoon half of the stuffing mixture into the casserole dish, gently mixing it into the turkey mixture.
- Top with Remaining Stuffing: Evenly spread the remaining stuffing mixture over the top of the casserole to create a crunchy layer.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes until the stuffing is golden and crispy on top, and the casserole is bubbling.
- Rest Before Serving: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow flavors to settle before serving.
Notes
- Make sure to dice the vegetables uniformly for even cooking.
- You can substitute leftover turkey with cooked chicken if preferred.
- Use unsalted butter to better control the salt level in the dish.
- Letting the casserole rest after baking improves texture and flavor presentation.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the stuffing mix with a gluten-free alternative.
