SMOKED TURKEY AND JARLSBERG SALAD

Smoked Turkey and Jarlsberg Salad image

Provided by gailanng

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

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1 1/2 lbs smoked turkey breast, cut into 1x 1/4-inch strips (5 cups)
2 cups jarlsberg cheese (8 ounces) or 2 cups swiss cheese, cut into 1x 1/4-inch strips (8 ounces)
2 cups red seedless grapes, whole (can sub 1 cup dried cranberries or dried cherries ) or 2 cups red seedless grapes, cut in half (can sub 1 cup dried cranberries or dried cherries )
1 1/2 cups slivered almonds, toasted (see 'how to' below)
2/3 cup mayonnaise or 2/3 cup salad dressing
2/3 cup sour cream
2 -4 tablespoons milk
salt and pepper
lettuce, if desired

Steps:

Mix turkey, cheese, grapes and almonds in very large (4-quart) bowl.
Mix remaining ingredients except lettuce in medium bowl. Pour over turkey mixture; mix gently. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Serve on lettuce.
How to Toast Nuts: To toast nuts, spread them in an ungreased shallow pan and bake at 350 degrees for 6 - 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until light brown. Or sprinkle in an ungreased heavy skillet and cook over medium heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently until nuts begin to brown, then stirring constantly until nuts are light brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.6, Fat 30.3, SaturatedFat 10.1, Cholesterol 86.8, Sodium 1208.3, Carbohydrate 19.5, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 9, Protein 31.9