Leftover Turkey and Gravy Pasta Bake with Baby Spinach
This Leftover Turkey and Gravy Pasta Bake turns your Thanksgiving leftovers into a cozy meal. It's made with turkey, gravy, veggies, cheese, and crispy fried onions for an easy, post-holiday dinner.
Servings 6
Equipment
- 1 medium pot
- 1 large skillet
- 1 baking dish
Ingredients
- 8 oz. penne pasta
- 2 tbsp. salted butter
- 1/2 cup onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced or grated
- 2 cups cooked turkey chopped
- 1 1/2 cups leftover turkey gravy
- 1 cup baby spinach roughly chopped or torn
- 1/2 tsp. poultry seasoning
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup crispy fried onions
Instructions
- Heat oven to 375 degrees. Grease a medium baking dish.
- Cook pasta according to package, or until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and cook 3-4 minutes. Then, stir in garlic and cook about 1 minute more.
- Add turkey, gravy, and seasonings. If gravy consistency is too thick, gradually add milk, water, or white wine to thin it out. Stir in spinach and cook 1-2 minutes until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and stir to incorporate.
- Transfer mixture into baking dish. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top and finish with crispy fried onions.
- Bake 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly, cheese is melted, and lightly browned on top.
- Rest 3-5 minutes before serving.