Turkey Lasagna

Try this sumptuous casserole the next time you have turkey to spare. Add turkey and broccoli to sauteed onions, celery and garlic, layer with uncooked lasagna noodles, a milk and butter white sauce, and mozzarella cheese. Bake until golden brown.

• Calories: 655 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• salt to taste
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ground black pepper to taste
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 (16 ounce) package instant lasagna noodles
• 2 cups cooked and chopped turkey
• 1 cup cooked chopped broccoli
• 1.5 cups milk
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon minced garlic

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a medium skillet saute the chopped onions, celery and garlic in oil until soft and tender. Add chopped turkey and broccoli. Set aside.

Step 2

To make white sauce: In a small saucepan over low heat melt butter or margarine. Remove from heat and add flour, salt, and pepper; and blend well. Return to low heat, whisk in milk and cook until thick.

Step 3

To assemble, in the bottom of a casserole dish place a thin layer of white sauce, then a layer of noodles. Next, place a layer of the turkey mixture, followed by sauce, and then 1/2 cup of the shredded mozzarella cheese. Repeat layering process with turkey mixture and sauce. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese.

Step 4

Bake in a preheated 350 degree (175 degree C) oven for 45-60 minutes until bubbly and heated through. Let stand 10 to 15 minutes before serving.