Now Make This: Dark Meat Turkey Cacciatore Recipe

Name: Now Make This: Dark Meat Turkey Cacciatore
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large turkey legs; 2 turkey thighs; 2 turkey wings; 1 bone-in turkey breast; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 4 tablespoons olive oil; 2 medium yellow onions, finely chopped; 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped; 2 28-ounce cans diced tomatoes, juice reserved; 1/2 bottle white wine; 1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves; 2 tablespoons capers, drained; fresh basil leaves chopped, to garnish

Servings: persons

2 large turkey legs
2 turkey thighs
2 turkey wings
1 bone-in turkey breast
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium yellow onions, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
2 28-ounce cans diced tomatoes, juice reserved
1/2 bottle white wine
1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves
2 tablespoons capers, drained
fresh basil leaves chopped, to garnish

1
Using sharp poultry shears, trim off any excess skin from the turkey.
2
Some skin is good, but remove any extra.
3
Season each piece of turkey with salt and pepper, then dredge with flour in a large shallow bowl and set aside.
4
Heat the 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat, then brown the turkey pieces in batches until crisp and golden-brown on the outside.
5
Set aside.
6
Heat the rest of the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat, then saute the onions, garlic and peppers for 10-12 minutes, stirring frequently, until completely softened.
7
Season with salt and pepper.
8
Add the tomatoes with their juices, the white wine, the oregano and the capers, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook until the volume is reduced by half.
9
Preheat the oven to 325F.
10
Add the turkey pieces to the sauce, making sure everything is coated, then cover pot with a lid, transfer to the oven and cook for two hours or until turkey meat is falling off the bone.
11
Serve garnished with basil on a platter alongside pasta, potatoes or rice.

620

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 2 large turkey legs, 2 turkey thighs, 2 turkey wings, 1 bone-in turkey breast, and more.

Yes, Now Make This: Dark Meat Turkey Cacciatore 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.

Now Make This: Dark Meat Turkey Cacciatore

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