Yield: 4 Meal Type: Main Course, Entrée   Occasion: Mardi Gras   Preparation Method: Saute, Bake   Product Type: Cooked Turkey   Dish Type: Casserole

Ingredients

2/3 Cup chopped onion

2/3 Cup chopped celery

1/3 Cup chopped green pepper

1 Clove garlic, minced

1 Tablespoon margarine

1/4 Pound fresh button mushrooms, cleaned and sliced

4 Ounces light cream cheese, softened

1 Can (8 ounces) low-sodium stewed tomatoes, drained

1-1/2 Teaspoons creole seasoning *

4 Ounces fettuccine, cooked according to package directions

2 Cups COOKED TURKEY, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

vegetable cooking spray

1/4 Cup grated Parmesan cheese

In medium non-stick skillet, over medium-high heat, saute onion, celery, green pepper and garlic in margarine 4 to 5 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add mushrooms and saute 2 minutes. Remove from heat. In medium bowl blend cream cheese, tomatoes, and creole seasoning. Fold in vegetable mixture, drained fettuccine and turkey. Pour mixture into 9-inch square dish, sprayed with vegetable cooking spray. Sprinkle cheese over top and bake in a preheated 325 degree F oven for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly. NOTE: Substitute ready-made Creole seasoning with the following homemade recipe: 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon granulated garlic, 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, dash ground cayenne pepper, 1/4 teaspoon paprika. Combine all seasonings and mix to blend thoroughly. Pour into a small jar with cover; seal tightly.

Recipe Source: Recipe by The National Turkey Federation

Nutrition Facts Calories 378   % Daily Value* Total Fat 14g 33% Cholesterol 100mg Sodium 690mg Total Carbohydrate 32g Protein 31g   *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on you calorie needs:   Calories: 2000 2500 Total Fat Less than 65g 80g Sat Fat Less than 20g 25g Cholesterol Less than 300mg 300mg Sodium Less than 2,400mg 2,400mg Total Carbohydrate   300g 375g Dietary Fiber   25g 30g Calories per gram: Fat 9 Carbohydrate 4 Protein 4