Monday, October 31, 2011

Turkey Rice Casserole

  • 4 cups chicken broth

  • 1/4 cup uncooked wild rice

  • 1 3/4 cups uncooked long grain rice

  • 2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms

  • 1/2 cup fresh broccoli florets

  • 1 small onion, chopped

  • 1/4 cup grated carrot

  • 1/4 cup sliced celery

  • 2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil

  • 5 cups cubed cooked turkey

  • 1 (2 ounce) jar diced pimientos, drained

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram

  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 3 cups milk

  • 1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth

  • 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese

  • 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided

  • Directions

    1. In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil; add the wild rice. Cover and simmer for 25 minutes. Add the long grain rice; simmer 25 minutes longer or until tender.
    2. In a large skillet, saute the mushrooms, broccoli, onion, carrot and celery in oil until tender. Add the turkey, pimientos, salt, marjoram and oregano. Stir in the rice.
    3. In a large saucepan, combine the flour, milk and wine or broth until smooth. bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the Swiss cheese and 1 cup cheddar cheese until melted. Add to turkey mixture.
    4. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with the remaining cheddar cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 25-30 minutes or until heated through.

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