Creamy Turkey Pasta Bake
Prep Time
minutes
Cook Time
minutes
Total Time
minutes
Serving
size
Recipe written and created by Concerned Cook.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Florida Milk
- 8 oz protein pasta (dry) or 4 cups (cooked)
- 2 cups leftover roasted turkey
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1⁄4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 shallot
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1⁄2 tsp salt
Preparation
- Cook the pasta according to package directions until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Chop or shred the leftover roasted turkey into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped shallot and cook for 2–3 minutes, until fragrant and lightly golden.
- Add the turkey to the skillet and season with garlic powder, rosemary, and salt. Cook for several minutes until the turkey begins to brown and crisp around the edges. Add a little more butter if needed to help it brown evenly.
- Once the turkey has developed golden, crispy bits on the bottom of the pan, pour in the milk. As it simmers, gently scrape up those browned bits; they’ll dissolve into the sauce, adding rich, deep flavor.
- Add mozzarella and cheddar, stirring constantly until melted and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Add the cooked pasta to an 8x8-inch baking dish and pour the sauce evenly over the top. Use a spatula to spread the sauce so all the pasta is coated.
- Sprinkle the Parmesan evenly over the top.
- Broil at 500°F for 3-5 minutes, just until the top is bubbly and lightly golden.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes: Add a splash more milk if you prefer a looser, creamier sauce.




