Ham and Turkey Tetrazzini
A big, hearty casserole, Ham and Turkey Tetrazzini will satisfy even the pickiest eaters. The creamy, cheesy sauce and pasta is a nice change from the usual leftover Turkey sandwiches.
Prep Time25 minutes mins
Cook Time35 minutes mins
Total Time1 hour hr
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Casserole, Tetrazzini, Thanksgiving, Turkey, Turkey Leftovers
Servings: 8
Calories: 598kcal
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1/2 Cup Diced Onion
- 1 1/2 Teaspoons Garlic Crushed and chopped
- 8 Ounces Sliced Mushrooms
- 2 Cups Diced Carrots Leftover carrots are great!
- 2 Cups Diced or Shredded Turkey
- 1-2 Cups Diced Ham
- 1 Cup Frozen Green Peas
- 1 Pound Egg Noodles Al Dente
Sauce Ingredients
- 1/4 Cup Unsalted Butter
- 1/4 Cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1 Cup Half & Half
- 3 Cups Low Sodium Chicken Stock
- 2 Teaspoons Salt
- 1 1/2 Teaspoons Black Pepper
- 2 Teaspoons Dried Thyme
- 8 Ounces Grated Mozzarella Cheese
- 1 Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1/3 Cup Sour Cream
- 1 Tablespoon Dijon Mustard
Garnish
- 1 Cup Chopped Fresh Parsley
Prepare Egg Noodles based on the manufacturer’s instructions. Undercook slightly as it will continue to cook in the oven.
In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and sauté onions until softened, add garlic for 30 seconds then add the mushrooms and seasonings, cover and let steam until mushrooms release their juices.
If using leftover veggies, skip this step. Add chopped carrots, reduce heat to low, cover and let steam for 15 minutes. Add ¼ cup of water if dry.
Add remaining ingredients, remove from the heat and toss everything together with the cooked egg noodles
Sauce Instructions
In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, melt the butter and add the flour, cook for 1-minute, but don’t let the roux turn brown
Slowly add the Half & Half, whisking constantly, then add the chicken stock and seasonings, whisk constantly until bubbling and the sauce has thickened
Remove from the heat, stir in the cheeses, Dijon mustard and sour cream
Pour the sauce over the filling and transfer to a large casserole dish, refrigerate for up to 3 days until ready to bake, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Baking Instructions
Preheat oven to 350ºF
Ensure casserole is completely thawed
Sprinkle the top of the casserole with additional shredded Parmesan cheese
Bake for 30-35 minutes until the Tetrazzini is bubbling and the top is golden brown.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley
Nutrition Facts
Ham and Turkey Tetrazzini
Amount Per Serving
Calories 598
Calories from Fat 252
% Daily Value*
Fat 28g43%
Saturated Fat 14g88%
Cholesterol 138mg46%
Sodium 1244mg54%
Potassium 633mg18%
Carbohydrates 56g19%
Fiber 5g21%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 32g64%
Vitamin A 6819IU136%
Vitamin C 21mg25%
Calcium 385mg39%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.