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Creamy Turkey Casserole

Creamy Turkey Casserole is a comforting dish featuring layers of turkey, creamy mashed potatoes, and crispy stuffing, perfect for busy weeknights or festive meals.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole Base
  • 4 cups prepared Stuffing Adds a savory and slightly crispy exterior.
  • 1 lb coarsely chopped cooked Turkey Juicy and tender, perfect for leftover meals.
  • ¾ cup Hellmann's® Real Mayonnaise Adds moisture and binds the ingredients.
  • ¼ cup fresh whole berry cranberry sauce Adds tangy-sweet notes.
Topping
  • 2 cups Mashed Potatoes Creamy and fluffy.
  • 1 ½ cups Shredded Mozzarella Creates a creamy topping.
  • Fresh dried cranberries for garnish (optional) Enhances visual appeal and adds flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Take half of the prepared stuffing and spread it evenly in the bottom of the baking dish.
  3. Layer the coarsely chopped turkey evenly on top of the stuffing.
  4. In a bowl, combine the cranberry sauce with ¼ cup of mayonnaise and spread this mixture over the turkey layer.
  5. In another bowl, mix the remaining mayonnaise with the mashed potatoes and shredded mozzarella until well blended.
  6. Spread the potato and cheese mixture evenly over the turkey layer.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining stuffing on top of the mashed potato layer.
Baking
  1. Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until hot and bubbling.
  2. Let it stand for about 10 minutes before garnishing with dried cranberries, if desired.

Notes

For a golden crust, consider broiling the casserole for a couple of minutes after baking. You can use leftover roasted turkey or rotisserie chicken for convenience. Feel free to add vegetables like peas or corn for extra nutrition.