Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 cup

Turkey, Cubed

Cubed

8 oz

Spaghetti

Broken in half

1.5 cup

Onion

Chopped

8 oz

Mushrooms

Sliced

0.5 cup

Butter

Unsalted

0.5 cup

Flour

All-purpose

2 cup

Milk

Whole

0.5 tsp

Nutmeg

Grated

0.5 cup

Sherry

Dry

1 unit

Broccoli

Blanched

0.5 cup

Parmesan Cheese

Grated

Step 1
~6 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~6 min

Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

Step 3
~6 min

While spaghetti cooks, sauté chopped onion and sliced mushrooms in butter until softened.

Step 4
~6 min

In a separate pot, melt butter, then whisk in flour until smooth.

Step 5
~6 min

Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer.

Step 6
~6 min

Stir in grated nutmeg and sherry. Simmer until slightly thickened.

Step 7
~6 min

If desired, add blanched broccoli to the sauce.

Step 8
~6 min

Combine cooked spaghetti, sautéed onion and mushrooms, and the sherry sauce in a large bowl.

Step 9
~6 min

Pour mixture into a buttered 9x13 inch baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 10
~6 min

Top with Parmesan cheese.

Step 11
~6 min

Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a layer of breadcrumbs on top for extra crunch.

Use leftover turkey for this recipe.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Garnish with fresh parsley.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad
Garlic bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Classic American comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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