Turkey Rice Casserole Recipe

Turkey Rice Casserole Recipe

  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup uncooked wild rice
  • 1 3/4 cups uncooked long grain rice
  • 2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup fresh broccoli florets
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup grated carrot
  • 1/4 cup sliced celery
  • 2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
  • 5 cups cubed cooked turkey
  • 1 (2 ounce) jar diced pimientos, drained
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups milk
  • 1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth
  • 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
  • 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
  1. In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil; add the wild rice. Cover and simmer for 25 minutes. Add the long grain rice; simmer 25 minutes longer or until tender.
  2. In a large skillet, saute the mushrooms, broccoli, onion, carrot and celery in oil until tender. Add the turkey, pimientos, salt, marjoram and oregano. Stir in the rice.
  3. In a large saucepan, combine the flour, milk and wine or broth until smooth. bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the Swiss cheese and 1 cup cheddar cheese until melted. Add to turkey mixture.
  4. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with the remaining cheddar cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 25-30 minutes or until heated through.