CREAMED TURKEY OVER RICE

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THIS IS one of our favorite ways to have leftover turkey. When I buy a turkey for my family of five, I choose the largest one I can find so we are sure to have plenty of leftovers. This recipe is simple to prepare and absolutely delicious. -Kathi Parker, Hendersonville, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

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Ingredients

1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups chicken broth
2 cups cubed cooked turkey
1 cup milk
1/2 cup cubed Swiss cheese
1 tablespoon diced pimientos, drained
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Hot cooked long grain and wild rice mix

Steps:

In a large skillet, saute onion and celery in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually stir in broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. , Reduce heat; stir in the turkey, milk, cheese, pimientos, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Cook until cheese is melted and mixture is heated through. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 calories, Fat 22g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 896mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 30g protein.