Turkey, Pasta, and Three Cheese Casserole Recipe

Name: Turkey, Pasta, and Three Cheese Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey breast; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; 16 ounces tomato sauce; 1 teaspoon sugar; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; 1 cup low-fat ricotta cheese; 8 ounces low-fat cream cheese, softened; ¼ cup low-fat sour cream; 2 scallions, chopped; 1 lb ziti pasta, cooked al dente; ¼ cup parmesan cheese, shredded

Servings: persons

1 lb ground turkey breast
1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
16 ounces tomato sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
8 ounces low-fat cream cheese, softened
¼ cup low-fat sour cream
2 scallions, chopped
1 lb ziti pasta, cooked al dente
¼ cup parmesan cheese, shredded

1
Cook turkey, onion, and garlic in large nonstick skillet over medium heat until lightly browned.
2
Stir in tomato sauce, sugar, salt, and pepper.
3
Remove from heat and set aside.
4
Combine ricotta, cream cheese, sour cream, and scallions in a blender and process til blended (don't overmix).
5
Spray an 11x7-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray (a casserole dish works fine too).
6
Spread half the cooked pasta in the bottom and top with half the turkey mixture.
7
Cover with the cheese mixture, then the remaining pasta.
8
Cover with the remaining turkey mixture and sprinkle with Parmesan.
9
Bake til hot and bubbly, about 30 minutes, at 350 degrees.

1038

kcal

Calories

Fat

105

Carbs

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground turkey breast, 1 medium onion, chopped, 1 garlic clove, minced, 16 ounces tomato sauce, and more.

Yes, Turkey, Pasta, and Three Cheese Casserole falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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, Pasta, and Three Cheese Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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