Felicia Sanders
@sanderstangy
Cheesy Ground Turkey Noodle Bake
This Cheesy Ground Turkey Noodle Bake is a comforting and hearty dish that combines tender egg noodles, savory ground turkey, and a creamy cheese sauce, all baked to perfection. It's a family-friendly meal that's easy to prepare and sure to please everyone at the table.
Details
- Cuisine:american
- Diet:high-protein
- Difficulty:easy
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:thanksgiving
- Ingredients:11
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time25 min.
- Cook time40 min.
- Total time65 min.
- Servings4
Ingredients
- as needed
- 1 pound
- 1 medium
- 3 cups
- 15 ounces
- 1 teaspoon
- 1/2 cup
- 4 ounces
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 clove
- 1 1/4 cups
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Cheesy Ground Turkey Noodle Bake.
Step 1
Begin by preheating your oven to a cozy 375°F (190°C) and lightly greasing an 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray to ensure easy serving later.
Step 2
In a large nonstick skillet set over medium-high heat, add ground turkey and finely chopped onion.
Step 3
Sauté this mixture, stirring often, until the turkey is beautifully browned and crumbly, and the onion has softened, which should take about 10 minutes.
Step 4
Be sure to drain any excess fat to keep your dish light.
Step 5
While the turkey cooks, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a vigorous boil.
Step 6
Toss in the wide egg noodles and cook them according to the package instructions until they are tender yet still have a delightful bite, roughly 5 minutes.
Step 7
Once cooked, drain the noodles and return them to the pot.
Step 8
In the skillet with the turkey, stir in the rich tomato sauce and aromatic Italian seasoning.
Step 9
Allow this mixture to come to a gentle boil over medium heat, then lower the heat, cover, and let it simmer for about 10 minutes to meld those flavors beautifully.
Step 10
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium heat, combine milk, cream cheese, minced parsley, and minced garlic.
Step 11
Stir continuously until the cream cheese melts into a smooth, creamy delight, which should take around 5 minutes.
Step 12
Pour this luscious mixture over the cooked egg noodles, stirring well to ensure every noodle is coated.
Step 13
Transfer the noodle mixture into your prepared baking dish, layering the savory turkey mixture on top.
Step 14
Finish by generously sprinkling shredded mozzarella cheese over everything.
Step 15
Bake in your preheated oven until the casserole is bubbling and the cheese is irresistibly melted, which will take about 15 to 30 minutes.
Step 16
Enjoy the delightful aroma wafting through your kitchen as you await this comforting dish!.