Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 cup

turkey

shredded

2.5 cup

milk

2 tbsp

butter

2 tbsp

flour

0.25 cup

sherry wine

1 tbsp

fresh parsley

chopped

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

1 cup

Italian seasoned breadcrumbs

1 lb

asparagus

roasted

1 tbsp

olive oil

1 tsp

kosher salt

0.25 tsp

pepper

5.5 unit

wild rice

cooked

0.5 cup

toasted sliced almonds

Step 1
~4 min

Prepare wild rice according to package directions and set aside.

Step 2
~4 min

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 3
~4 min

Prepare asparagus by removing tough ends and cutting into 3-inch pieces.

Step 4
~4 min

Drizzle asparagus with olive oil, kosher salt, and pepper.

Step 5
~4 min

Roast asparagus on a cookie sheet for 7-10 minutes, or until halfway done. Remove from oven and cool.

Step 6
~4 min

In a medium pot, melt butter over medium heat.

Step 7
~4 min

Stir in flour to create a roux.

Step 8
~4 min

Slowly add milk, stirring constantly, and bring to a medium-low boil until the sauce thickens.

Step 9
~4 min

Stir in turkey and sherry wine. Mix until combined and heated through.

Step 10
~4 min

Season with salt, pepper, and fresh parsley to taste.

Step 11
~4 min

Spray a large casserole dish with cooking spray or grease it.

Step 12
~4 min

Add cooked wild rice to the casserole dish.

Step 13
~4 min

Top with turkey and cream sauce, asparagus, bread crumbs, and sliced almonds.

Step 14
~4 min

Cover the dish with foil.

Step 15
~4 min

Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes, or until bubbly.

Step 16
~4 min

Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to brown the breadcrumbs.

Step 17
~4 min

Optionally, broil for the last few minutes for extra browning.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a mix of wild rice and brown rice for a more complex flavor.

Add other vegetables like mushrooms or peas for more variety.

Use a high-quality sherry for a richer flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 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.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cranberry Sauce
Green Bean Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

A popular Thanksgiving leftover dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Thanksgiving
Christmas

Popularity Score

65/100

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