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Hearty Turkey Leftover Bake

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This Hearty Turkey Leftover Bake transforms holiday remnants into a delicious casserole that makes the most of your leftover turkey. Tender pieces of turkey are layered with simple ingredients and topped with melted cheese for a comforting one-dish meal. This easy-to-assemble casserole is perfect for the days following a big turkey dinner when you want a satisfying meal without much effort. The familiar flavors come together in a new way that the whole family will enjoy.

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2 g
2 g
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Ingredients

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1
Preheat the oven

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

2
Cook the rice

Rinse the rice under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine rice with 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender. Drain any excess water and set aside.

3
Prepare the vegetables

Peel and dice the onion. Peel and mince the garlic cloves. No need to thaw the frozen peas and carrots.

4
Sauté the aromatics

In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

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Prepare the turkey

If not already in pieces, shred or chop the turkey into bite-sized pieces. Add turkey to the skillet with the onions and garlic. Stir to combine and heat through for 2-3 minutes. Season with half of the salt and pepper.

6
Add vegetables

Add the frozen peas and carrots to the skillet. Stir to combine with the turkey mixture. Cook for 2-3 minutes until vegetables begin to thaw.

7
Add broth

Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender. Remove from heat.

8
Combine with rice

In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice with the turkey mixture. Add remaining salt and pepper. Stir well to ensure even distribution of ingredients.

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Layer in baking dish

Transfer half of the rice and turkey mixture to the prepared baking dish. Spread evenly across the bottom.

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Add first cheese layer

Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the first layer.

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Add second layer

Add the remaining rice and turkey mixture on top of the cheese. Spread evenly.

12
Add moisture

Pour the remaining 1 cup of chicken broth evenly over the casserole. This helps keep everything moist during baking.

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Add final cheese layer

Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the top.

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Add butter topping

Cut the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter into small pieces. Dot the butter pieces across the top of the casserole.

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Bake the casserole

Cover with aluminum foil. Bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

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Rest before serving

Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and makes for easier portioning.

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