Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 pound dried linguine pasta
- 1/2 pound cooked turkey, chopped
- 1/2 pound mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 pound shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add onion and cook until softened.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream until smooth.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, or until sauce has thickened.
- Stir in turkey, mushrooms, and Parmesan cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Drain pasta and add to turkey mixture.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 450 per serving
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Protein: 25g
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and flavorful
- Rich with the taste of turkey
- Comforting and filling
- Perfect for special occasions or weeknight dinners
User Comments:
- "This dish was a hit with my family! The turkey was tender and the sauce was delicious." - Sarah
- "I love that it's so easy to make, but it tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant." - Mary
- "The combination of turkey, mushrooms, and Parmesan is perfect." - John
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Cook pasta al dente, or slightly firm, as it will continue to cook in the sauce.
- Do not overcook the flour roux, as it can become bitter.
- If you don't have heavy cream, you can substitute evaporated milk or milk with 1 tablespoon of butter.
