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Leftover Turkey Bolognese

By Jessica

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Thanksgiving is on its way.

I don’t know about you but there is always turkey leftover around our house this time of year, and it’s always a challenge to find ways to use it up without getting bored. The one dish that I always look forward to making and that is Leftover Turkey Bolognese.

Bolognese is a classic Italian dish typically made with ground beef and/or pork. I have no idea why or how but at some point in college I started making this dish with shredded leftover chicken or turkey instead. Probably because I was at the top of my clean eating game, and always looking for ways to make clean eating comforting. To me, there is very little more comforting than a big bowl of pasta sauce. Just make sure to put it over whole wheat pasta.

 

Leftover Turkey Bolognese

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion (diced)
  • 3 celery ribs (chopped)
  • 2 large carrots (peeled & chopped)
  • 2 cloves of garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 8 oz can of tomato paste
  • 1 12 oz can of low sodium diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 lb cooked (shredded chicken or turkey)
  • 2 tablespoon heavy cream
  • 1 lb pasta of choice (prepared according to package instructions)
  1. In a large, thick-bottomed saucepan heat the oil and sauté the onion, celery, and carrot for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion begins to soften.
  2. Add the garlic and continue to cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  3. Deglaze with the broth, scraping browned bits from the bottom of the pan and allow it to reduce by half
  4. Stir in the tomato paste, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until browned.
  5. Add the tomatoes, with juices, thyme, bay leaf, and chicken stirring well to combine.
  6. Cover and cook on low for about 30 minutes.
  7. Remove and discard bay leaf.
  8. Stir in the cream and serve warm over cooked pasta.

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November 27, 2013 November 15, 2018 Filed Under: Chicken/Turkey, Pasta, Recipe Tagged With: Chicken/Turkey

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Hi, I'm Jessica. I'm an herbalist living in the great northeast with my husband Chuck, our two little boys, our dog Brody and a flock of chickens. I'm all about real, good food and good times with awesome people. I spend a lot of time outside, in my garden, and concocting potions and helping people feel their best. I also like tea, reading, and about a million other hobbies. I'm so happy your here on this adventure with me.

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