CHEESY WILD RICE AND TURKEY CASSEROLE

Cheesy Wild Rice and Turkey Casserole image

Nutty wild rice gives interesting depth to this simple casserole of cooked turkey, summer peppers, and shredded cheese.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 cup cooked white rice
1 cup cooked wild rice
2 cups diced (1/4 to 1/2 inch) cooked turkey breast
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese (8 oz)
1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, if desired

Steps:

Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 12x8- or 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In baking dish, mix white rice and wild rice; spread evenly over bottom.
In large bowl, mix turkey, cheese, milk, bell peppers, eggs, salt and pepper. Spoon over rice.
Bake 45 to 55 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean and top is lightly browned. Sprinkle with parsley. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 155 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 730 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g