Connie’s Italian Casserole

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 13
Try Connie's Italian Casserole for a delicious and comforting meal
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Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs ground turkey
1 cup chopped sweet onion
1 cup chopped bell pepper
2 jars ragu garden vegetable spaghetti sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
16 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese ( low-fat )
24 ounces sour cream ( non-fat )
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 cans crescent dinner rolls
2 tablespoons melted butter

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
488
Sugar
15g
Fat
28g
Connie's Italian Casserole is a hearty casserole dish that is perfect for a cozy night in. Made with ground turkey and loaded with vegetables, this casserole is a nutritious option for a family dinner. The use of spaghetti sauce and crescent rolls makes it a quick and easy meal to prepare.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.Cook ground turkey in a skillet over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes, or until browned.
3.Add chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
4.Stir in spaghetti sauce and brown sugar. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
5.In a separate bowl, mix together the shredded mozzarella cheese, sour cream, and grated parmesan cheese.
6.Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Layer the bottom of the dish with crescent dinner rolls. Brush with melted butter.
7.Spoon the turkey mixture onto the crescent rolls, spreading it evenly. Top with the cheese mixture.
8.Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.

PROS

Connie’s Italian Casserole is a flavorful and filling meal that is easy to prepare.

Using low-fat cheese and non-fat sour cream makes it a healthier option than some other casserole recipes.

CONS

The use of canned spaghetti sauce and crescent rolls means that Connie’s Italian Casserole may contain added preservatives and sodium.

As with many casserole recipes, portion control is important to avoid overeating.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ground turkey is a lean protein source that is lower in fat than ground beef.
Using low-fat cheese and non-fat sour cream in the recipe reduces the overall fat content.
The vegetables in the spaghetti sauce provide a serving of veggies in the dish.

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