Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
4 tbsp

butter

melted

0.25 cup

all-purpose flour

2.25 cup

chicken broth

0.25 cup

dry white wine

0.25 tsp

dried thyme

1 pinch

ground nutmeg

0.5 cup

heavy cream

1 unit

onion

chopped

10 oz

mushrooms

sliced

8 oz

linguine

cooked

12 oz

cooked turkey

diced

3 tbsp

freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Step 2
~5 min

In a 2-quart saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.

Step 3
~5 min

Stir in 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour and cook for 3 minutes, creating a roux.

Step 4
~5 min

Whisk in 2 1/4 cups of chicken broth, 1/4 cup of dry white wine, 1/4 teaspoon of dried thyme, and 1 pinch of ground nutmeg until smooth.

Step 5
~5 min

Heat to boiling, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.

Step 6
~5 min

Reduce heat and simmer, whisking frequently, for 5 minutes to thicken the sauce.

Step 7
~5 min

Stir in 1/2 cup of heavy cream and set the sauce aside.

Step 8
~5 min

In a 10-inch skillet, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.

Step 9
~5 min

Add 1 small chopped onion and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.

Step 10
~5 min

Add 10 oz of sliced mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes longer, until softened.

Step 11
~5 min

In a 2-2 1/2-quart shallow casserole dish, combine the cooked 8 oz of linguine, the mushroom mixture, and 12 oz of cooked turkey.

Step 12
~5 min

Stir in the prepared sauce and sprinkle with 3 tablespoons of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 13
~5 min

Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and golden brown, about 30 minutes.

Step 14
~5 min

Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add frozen peas or other vegetables for extra nutrients.

Use a combination of mushrooms for a more complex flavor.

Top with breadcrumbs for a crispy topping.

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 just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad or crusty bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad with vinaigrette
Garlic bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

A classic American casserole.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Holiday meal
Potluck

Popularity Score

70/100

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