Turkey Recipes
Veggie-Loaded Pasta with Sausage
Reader tested and family approved, this complete meal comes together easily and is equal parts healthy and satisfying. A few tips provide added convenience at dinnertime－and for those who’ve tried gluten-free pasta and been unimpressed, I have a helpful hint that might change your mind. When I cook pasta, I typically aim to work…
Aunt Peggy’s Turkey Chili
Quick, easy, and super satisfying, this flavorful chili is a go-to on busy nights and reheats beautifully. This recipe is quick and easy chili at its best. It may not be the nuanced, chili cook-off entry that’s layered with a variety of peppers and boasts hints of cocoa and coffee－but it’s family friendly and…
Sausage and Cabbage Stew (with Instant Pot option)
Comforting and loaded with flavor, this one-pot meal has quickly become a new favorite－and it’s loaded with wholesome veggies! One of my favorite job-related tasks is the occasional cookbook review. Pouring over the recipes of a soon-to-be-published book evokes a sort of kid-in-the-candy-store feeling. In that spirit, today’s recipe is complements of Paleo Power Bowls, a…
Turkey (or Chicken), Kale & Wild Rice Salad
Turkey (or Chicken), Kale & Wild Rice Salad is a healthy, super satisfying way to turn leftovers into a complete meal. Perfect for a post-holiday detox or clean eating (that tastes great!) any time of year. Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃 I, for one, am thankful for family, friends and a loyal group of readers who make…
Sweet Potato Chicken (or Turkey) Poppers
Sweet Potato Chicken (or Turkey) Poppers – These tasty little bites were ranked as the favorite recipe in a recent cooking class…even by those who claim not to like sweet potatoes! For added convenience, the poppers can be prepped in advance, covered, and stored in the fridge until ready to bake. On some…
Loaded Tex-Mex Potatoes
I have a random memory of a bitterly cold day last winter. I was standing in front of the washing machine, folding laundry. It was such a simple task, yet I was completely exhausted. Folding one more shirt or matching one more pair of socks seemed just plain impossible. As I slumped over my pile,…
Chipotle Turkey Lentil Chili
Lentils replace the beans while ground turkey stands in for beef in this spin on the traditional bowl of chili. It does so with a relatively short list of ingredients and a familiar flavor profile that even my kids enjoy! With their own distinct crusts and toppings, various cities and restaurant chains lay claim…
Turkey Tetrazzini with Mushrooms and Kale
This update on the classic casserole is lighter, leaner, and loaded with wholesome vegetables. It’s a complete meal that can be made in advance and freezes well. If you have leftover Thanksgiving turkey, tetrazzini is a perfect way to enjoy it in a whole new way. If there are no leftovers to speak of,…
Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce
This meaty sauce is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The yield is a generous 3+ quarts, so there’s plenty to freeze or to share! This meaty sauce is the ideal foundation for a winning spaghetti dinner. It’s also perfect for sharing with a friend (or two) while having enough for your family as…
Apple Cider Chili
Today, I have the great privilege of sharing with you a guest recipe by Phoebe Canakis. Phoebe and I became acquainted through Fig magazine for which we are both contributors. With memories of dinner around the table that were created on a budget and not from a box and with roots in a Greek heritage,…
Wild Rice and Sausage Casserole (or Stuffing/Dressing)
Initially created as a side to poultry, we enjoy this hearty recipe throughout the year as a main dish. It’s equally delightful paired with a green vegetable or salad. It’s hard to believe that my year of delving into the Top 10 Food Trends as a Sargento Flavor Journey Correspondent is winding…
Avocado Turkey Panini
Leftover roasted or deli turkey combines with a short list of ingredients in this crunchy, creamy, satisfying sandwich that’s delightful with soup, salad, or a handful of chips. Whether you have leftover roasted turkey from the upcoming holiday or purchase your favorite deli variety, this Avocado Turkey Panini makes a satisfying casual dinner. These wholesome…
