GROUND TURKEY NOODLE BAKE

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Back in the 1950's, when my husband was diagnosed as diabetic, we had five children at home to feed. I made this casserole often...and it satisfied us all. We all agree it's still as delicious today as it was then.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 cups uncooked wide egg noodles
1/2 pound lean ground turkey
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
2/3 cup nonfat dry milk powder
1/2 cup water
4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook turkey and onion over medium heat until turkey is no longer pink; drain. Stir in tomato sauce and Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. , In a small saucepan, combine the milk powder, water, cream cheese, parsley and garlic. Cook and stir over medium heat until cream cheese is melted. , Drain noodles; add to cream cheese mixture. Transfer to an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with turkey mixture. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 15-20 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 676mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges