Description
A comforting and easy-to-make leftover turkey casserole that combines shredded turkey, roasted vegetables, and a savory apple and onion base with sage, wholegrain mustard, and honey. Perfect for using up holiday leftovers and creating a delicious, hearty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 onions, finely chopped
- 1 eating apple, cored and chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried sage, or 5 sage leaves, chopped
- 2 tbsp plain flour
- 300ml vegetable or chicken stock
- 2 tbsp wholegrain mustard
- 2 tbsp runny honey
- 400g-500g leftover turkey, shredded
- About 350g leftover roasted vegetables (roast potatoes, parsnips, celeriacs, and carrots), chunkily diced
Instructions
- Sauté Onion and Apple: Heat olive oil in a casserole or deep pan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onions and chopped apple, frying them until they are softened and fragrant.
- Add Sage and Flour: Stir in the dried sage or chopped sage leaves, cooking for 1 minute to release the flavor. Then sprinkle the plain flour over the mixture and stir well to combine, creating a roux base for the casserole sauce.
- Incorporate Stock, Mustard, and Honey: Gradually pour in the vegetable or chicken stock while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Add in the wholegrain mustard and runny honey, mixing thoroughly to blend the flavors and thicken the sauce slightly.
- Combine Turkey and Roasted Vegetables: Add the shredded leftover turkey and chunkily diced roasted vegetables to the pan. Stir gently to coat them in the sauce evenly.
- Simmer the Casserole: Cover the pan with a lid and gently simmer the casserole for 15 minutes until the turkey is piping hot and the sauce is thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve warm with mash or jacket potatoes.
Notes
- This recipe is perfect for using up leftover turkey and roasted vegetables from previous meals.
- You can substitute leftover chicken for turkey if preferred.
- Adjust the thickness of the sauce by adding more stock if it’s too thick or simmering longer if too thin.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free flour instead of plain flour.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: British
Keywords: leftover turkey casserole, leftover turkey recipe, turkey casserole, leftover roasted vegetables recipe, easy casserole, comforting meal
