Turkey Mac And Cheese
This creamy turkey mac and cheese is the perfect comfort food—loaded with cheddar, gruyere, and tender turkey, then baked to golden perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dinner, Pasta
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
1 lb dried elbow pasta
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons flour
3 cups whole milk
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups medium cheddar cheese, shredded
2 cups gruyere cheese, shredded
3 cups cooked turkey, shredded
½ cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Boil a large pot of salted water. Cook pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside.
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes until lightly golden.
Gradually whisk in milk, keeping the sauce smooth. Cook until thickened, then stir in Dijon mustard, nutmeg, and pepper.
Lower heat and stir in cheddar and gruyere until fully melted and creamy.
Mix in shredded turkey and cooked pasta until evenly combined.
Transfer to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish if needed. Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top.
Bake for 15 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
Notes
Substitute gruyere with Swiss or mozzarella.
Skip baking and serve from the stovetop for a quicker version.
Add-ins: cooked bacon, sautéed mushrooms, peas, spinach, or a dash of paprika.
Use crushed crackers instead of breadcrumbs for a crunchy topping twist.
Find it online: https://allcookedup.com/turkey-mac-and-cheese/
