Ground Turkey Mac and Cheese Casserole Recipe

A hearty and delicious casserole combining ground turkey and creamy mac and cheese.

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Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Total Time 45 mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

Oven
Skillet
Baking Dish

Ingredients:

Main Ingredients

1 lb ground turkey
2 cups macaroni
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup milk
1 tbsp butter
1 tbsp flour
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a skillet, cook the ground turkey over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until the mixture thickens. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
Combine the cooked macaroni, ground turkey, and cheese sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, until bubbly and golden on top.

Notes:

Feel free to add some veggies like peas or broccoli for extra nutrition.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Keywords:

Keyword Casserole, Comfort Food

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