Leftover Thanksgiving Turkey Casserole Recipe

Name: Leftover Thanksgiving Turkey Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces elbow macaroni, cooked, drained and rinsed in cold water; 10 ounces broccoli, cooked, in pieces; 14 lb ham, cut into strips; 1 lb cooked turkey, cut into bite sized pieces; 2 medium mushrooms, sliced; 12 small red onion, diced; ⅓ cup butter; ⅓ cup flour; 14 ounces turkey broth or 14 ounces chicken broth; 1 cup cream; 2 ounces swiss cheese, shredded; salt & pepper; ⅓ cup breadcrumbs; ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

8 ounces elbow macaroni, cooked, drained and rinsed in cold water
10 ounces broccoli, cooked, in pieces
14 lb ham, cut into strips
1 lb cooked turkey, cut into bite sized pieces
2 medium mushrooms, sliced
12 small red onion, diced
⅓ cup butter
⅓ cup flour
14 ounces turkey broth or 14 ounces chicken broth
1 cup cream
2 ounces swiss cheese, shredded
salt & pepper
⅓ cup breadcrumbs
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese

1
Place pasta on bottom of greased 2 quart baking dish.
2
Layer broccoli over pasta.
3
Cover with ham, turkey, and mushrooms.
4
On stove top melt butter and add onion.
5
Blend in flour and cook over medium for about 5 minutes.
6
DO NOT BROWN.
7
Add broth and cream, stirring till smooth and thick.
8
Add cheese, salt, and pepper.
9
Heat till cheese melts.
10
Pour over casserole.
11
Sprinkle top with bread crumbs and parmesan cheese.
12
Bake at 350 for 30 minutes or until brown and bubbly.

3562

kcal

Calories

214

Fat

Carbs

348

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces elbow macaroni, cooked, drained and rinsed in cold water, 10 ounces broccoli, cooked, in pieces, 14 lb ham, cut into strips, 1 lb cooked turkey, cut into bite sized pieces, and more.

Yes, Leftover Thanksgiving Turkey Casserole falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Leftover Thanksgiving Turkey Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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