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Turkey Mediterranean Casserole
A flavorful baked pasta dish combining turkey, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and fresh herbs for a Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Ingredients
Pasta and Proteins
- 1 pound fusilli pasta
- 3 cups leftover turkey, sliced
Vegetables and Olives
- 1/3 cup sundried tomatoes, drained
- 1 14-ounce can artichokes, drained
- 1 7-ounce jar Lindsay® Kalamata Olives, roughly chopped
- 1 4.25-ounce can Lindsay® Chopped Black Olives
Herbs and Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper
Sauces and Cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook pasta, drain, and mix with turkey, sun-dried tomatoes, artichokes, olives, herbs, salt, pepper, and marinara sauce.
- Layer half of the pasta mixture in a 9x13 inch baking dish, top with half of the cheese, then add remaining pasta and layer with chopped black olives. Finish with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is bubbly. Garnish with chopped basil before serving.
Notes
Use leftover turkey for a quick and hearty meal. Feel free to add extra herbs for more flavor.