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Kristin's Turkey Butternut Squash Casserole
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Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch square baking dish.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey; cook and stir until crumbly and browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Add butternut squash and onion; cook and stir until squash is slightly tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
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Whisk milk, mozzarella cheese, eggs, melted butter, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl until well combined; gradually stir into turkey mixture until evenly combined. Transfer turkey mixture to the prepared baking dish; sprinkle crushed crackers over top.
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Bake in the preheated oven until cooked through and bubbling, 25 to 30 minutes.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Squash Prep Perfection 🔪Dice butternut squash into uniform 1/2-inch cubes to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the casserole.
- Cracker Crunch Technique 🥠Crush Ritz crackers just before topping to maintain maximum crispiness and prevent soggy breadcrumbs.
- Moisture Magic 💧Pat ground turkey dry before cooking to achieve better browning and prevent excess water release during cooking.
- Cheese Melting Mastery 🧀Grate mozzarella cheese fresh for superior melting quality and more even distribution in the casserole.
- Layering Flavor Technique 🥘Sauté onions before adding to the casserole to develop a deeper, more caramelized flavor profile.
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Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Low-Cholesterol
Low Fat
Low Sugar
Low Carb
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