Turkey and Cranberry Casserole

Portion Size: 1 cup

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
4 cups cubed croutons
1 onionWashed, peeled and minced
1 cup celeryWashed, trimmed and minced 
1 Tablespoon dried sage
1 Tablespoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon ground thyme
1 cup dried Cranberry
1 cup appleWashed, cored and chopped
2 1/ 2 lbs. lean ground turkey 
2 tablespoons parsley flakes
4 cups low sodium chicken brothOr turkey broth
1/4 cup unsalted butterMelted butter or margarine.

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1Preheat oven to 350-degree F (175 degree C). 
2In a large skillet, cook the turkey and onions over medium heat, stirring and breaking up the lumps until evenly browned.
3Add the celery, sage, rosemary, and thyme; cook, stirring, for 2 minutes to blend flavors.
4In a large bowl, pour sausage mixture over bread cubes.
5Mix in chopped apples, dried cranberries, and parsley. Drizzle with turkey stock and melted butter and mix lightly.
6Spray baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.  Pour mixture into baking pan.
7Bake at 350-degree oven for 30 minutes. Instant read thermometer should read 165. 

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates