Turkey & Rice Casserole

Recipe by: Alexandra May 19, 2019 Turkey

Description

This simple turkey and rice casserole is an excellent way to use leftover turkey. If you happen to have remaining gravy, add some to the sauce mixture to give it even more flavour. You could also top this easy casserole with some shredded cheddar cheese just before it's done baking.

Ingredients

2 cups cooked turkey, diced
2 cups cooked rice
1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 (3 to 4-ounce can) drained sliced mushrooms (optional)
1 (10 3/4 ounces can) cream of mushroom soup or cream of celery
1/4 tsp garlic powder
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 F.

Combine everything in a large bowl.

Spoon the mixture into a greased 1 1/2-quart casserole dish.

Cover and bake 30 to 40 minutes, until bubbly.

TIPS:
For additional colour and flavour, add 1 small jar of drained and diced pimiento or a few tablespoons of finely chopped red bell pepper.
For a buttered breadcrumb topping, combine 1 cup of soft fine breadcrumbs with 2 tbsp of melted butter. Sprinkle over the casserole before baking.
Make the casserole with diced cooked chicken instead of turkey.
Add a few tbsp of bacon.
Top the casserole with toasted slivered almonds just before it's done to add some crunch.

Enjoy!

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