Turkey, Lentil Casserole Recipe

Name: Turkey, Lentil Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons cooking oil; 1 cup chopped onion; 1 medium green pepper, chopped; 1 cup sliced mushrooms; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 3 cups cooked turkey, preferably dark meat, cut in one-inch cubes (chicken or leftover meat or sausage may be substituted); 4 cups boiling stock or water; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 cups dried lentils; 1/2 cup bread crumbs; 2 tablespoons butter

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons cooking oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
2 teaspoons ground cumin
3 cups cooked turkey, preferably dark meat, cut in one-inch cubes (chicken or leftover meat or sausage may be substituted)
4 cups boiling stock or water
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups dried lentils
1/2 cup bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter

1
Heat oil in a heavy two-and-a-half- to three-quart casserole.
2
Add onion and green pepper and saute until tender.
3
Add mushrooms and cook, stirring, until mushrooms are moist.
4
Stir in garlic and ginger and continue to cook several minutes longer.
5
Stir in cumin.
6
Add turkey and one cup of the stock or water and stir gently to combine the ingredients.
7
Season with salt and pepper.
8
Add lentils and remaining stock or water.
9
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer until the lentils are tender, about 45 minutes to one hour.
10
Remove from heat.
11
Preheat broiler.
12
Uncover casserole and sprinkle bread crumbs over the top.
13
Dot with butter.
14
Place under the broiler just until the top is slightly browned.
15
Serve at once.

671

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* 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.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons cooking oil, 1 cup chopped onion, 1 medium green pepper, chopped, 1 cup sliced mushrooms, and more.

Yes, Turkey, Lentil 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!

Turkey, Lentil Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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