Turkey casserole is a great way to use up holiday leftovers, or any leftovers in the fridge with a batch of frozen turkey. A turkey casserole can be made with just about any combination of vegetables. Don't overdo it with too many different types. Trying to stick to theme can make it easy and delicious, such as greens, basics (corn, potatoes, carrots), spring garden (yellow and green squash, green beans), or bready (vegetables and gluten free biscuits). With so many options, only one can be covered here. Adjust to personal tastes. Or try each one at a different time.
Pre Cook Preparation:
Marinate: Yes, in a gluten free gravy
A. Timer set to thaw meat for about 2 hours
B. Timer set to the time to begin preparation prior to cooking
C. Timer set for 1.5 hours later, when meal should be ready to eat
Meal Adaptations:
Physical Accommodations:
Chopper to cut up meat
Cut meat to bite sized pieces before sitting down
Frozen or canned vegetables can be used
Long oven mitts and oven rack puller
Sit on a stool while stirring
Visual Accommodations:
Colored chopping boards
Potential Food Allergy or Intolerance:
Mushrooms
Onions
Pepper
Potatoes
Spices
Turkey
Meatless Preparation Avoid:
Butter
Turkey
Substitute with: ________________
Utensils:
Chopping board
Fork
Paring knife
Pot holders
Spatula
Spoon
Pan: 2.5 quart oven safe casserole pan
Ingredients:
Meat:
2 pounds of shredded turkey
Vegetables:
6 ounces of carrots
6 ounces of peas
6 ounces of potatoes (sliced or diced)
Optional:
4 ounces of mushrooms
1/4 cup of chopped onions
Other ingredients:
15 ounces of gravy (gluten free)
Dash of salt
Spices such as pepper to taste
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Preparation:
1. Dice potatoes.
2. Dice 2 pounds of turkey.
3. Mix in 2.5 quart oven safe casserole pan:
6 ounces of carrots
6 ounces of peas
6 ounces of potatoes (sliced or diced)
2 pounds of shredded turkey
Dash of salt
Spices, such as pepper, to taste
Optional:
4 ounces of mushrooms
1/4 cup of chopped onions
4. Add a gluten free gravy mix and stir.
5. Place pan in oven.
Cook Temperature: 350 degrees
Cook Time: 1.5 hours
Servings: 8 to 10
Storage Solutions: Square containers in individual servings with or without vegetables
Counter safe: 30 minutes to an hour to cool enough to place in the fridge or freezer
Fridge safe: 3 to 4 days * Per FDA Storage Chart link in Resources
Freezer safe: 4 to 6 months * Per FDA Storage Chart link in Resources
Reheat Instructions:
Microwave: Time and temp may vary.
1. Place in a microwave safe dish (not plastic).
2. Heat until food is fully hot and reaches a safe temperature.
3. Minimum 2 minutes.
Add your microwave time here: _____________.
Stove Top: Time and Temp may vary.
1. Place food in frying pan.
2. Add enough water to almost cover food.
3. Stir frequently while food heats, until thoroughly warm, about 10 minutes.
Add your stove time here: _____________.
Oven Directions: Time and Temp may vary.
1. Place in oven safe pan.
2. Add a little water.
3. Heat until thoroughly warm, about 20 minutes.
Add your oven time here: _____________.
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