Cuisine: Turkey

Lemony White Bean Soup with Turkey and Greens

Truth be told, I am not a fan of turkey. So when my husband started boiling up the turkey carcass and announced he was making soup, I immediately found a recipe that's in my mind, a step up from your ordinary soup. The addition of lemon brightens the whole thing up. We left out the kale for my Dad's portion because he often used the word UGH when it comes to anything remotely green! He did an excellent job and I rather liked it!

By Leslie Blythe

Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls

Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls are a delightful twist on traditional Thanksgiving stuffing, offering bite-sized portions of savory goodness. These delectable balls are perfect for holiday gatherings, appetizers, or even as a unique main course. The harmonious blend of savory turkey, flavorful herby stuffing, and sweet-tart cranberries creates a divine taste experience. Serve them on a bed of mashed potatoes with cranberry sauce or gravy for an extra touch of indulgence. So, why not give them a try this holiday season.

By Leslie Blythe

Smashed Dumpling Tacos

Smashed tacos are a recent trend that combines elements of both smash burgers and traditional tacos. These Smashed Dumpling Tacos are a fun and creative twist on the classic dumpling. They're made by taking the filling of a dumpling and pressing it into a tortilla, then frying it until crispy. Most recipes use ground pork, but I opted for the healthy option and used ground turkey. These are so good!

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Gordon Ramsay’s 10-minute Turkey Pasta

Gordon Ramsay's 10-minute Turkey Pasta is obviously quick to make, though it took me slightly longer because I used dried pasta instead of fresh. It has leeks, shallots, and sage, which gives it a wonderful aromatic depth of flavor. It's then topped with buttery, sage-infused breadcrumbs.

By Leslie Blythe

Hot Brown Turkey Casserole

My Dad grew up in Pittsburgh and one of his favorite things a called The Turkey Devonshire Sandwich, which is a hot open-faced sandwich on toasted bread with hot turkey, bacon, tomatoes, and a cheese sauce. This sandwich was first served at The Stratford Club in Pittsburgh's Shadyside neighborhood in 1930.
I decided to make him (actually, I had my husband make it!) a Hot Brown Turkey Casserole. This also originated as a sandwich called the Hot Brown and was invented in 1926 at the Brown Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky to absorb the bourbon that guests had the night before. The 2 sandwiches are very similar, though I think the chef in Pittsburgh obviously copied it and changed the name!. Anyway, this is the casserole version, which is much easier to make and feeds a hungry or hungover crowd!

By Leslie Blythe

Chicken & Stuffing Casserole

I made this Chicken & Stuffing Casserole for my Dad. It's a bit of a jump start on Thanksgiving. You can use chicken or turkey. I used chicken thighs. It's covered in stuffing and baked until it's golden brown and crunchy on top. There are no cans of condensed soup involved in this recipe. You can make it ahead and put it in the oven later in the day. Usually, you would make something like this to use up leftovers, but I threw caution to the wind and made it now. Oh, and I also made him a pumpkin pie. If only i could wear a sweater and go out for a walk through some piles of fallen leaves!  This is the one thing I truly hate about living in Los Angeles in the autumn, I feel like I've been robbed! That will change in February!

By Leslie Blythe

Autumn Pumpkin Turkey Chili

I decided to make this Autumn Pumpkin Turkey Chili so that I could jumpstart my favortite time of year. I overheard my husband talking to my daughter on the phone saying that "Mom is making some kind of weird chili that invovles a can of pumpkin purée". I have to say when I was shopping for ingredients for dinner, I was on the fence as to whether to use chunks of pumpkin/butternut squash instead. I decided to try it. My husband said it was delicious and went back for seconds!

I have provided 3 different methods of making this dish - stovetop, slow cooker and Instant Pot. It's the perfect thing for a chilly night, which I can only dream about living in LA. It is supposed to top 100° F this weekend!

By Leslie Blythe

Turkey Caprese Burgers

I bought some ground turkey and decided to make a Turkey Caprese Burger. Not only that, but I made some Balsamic, Basil Mayo to go with it. The patties are seasoned with Italian spices, sun-dried tomatoes and topped with fresh mozzarella.

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Turkey, Cranberry & Goat Cheese Quesadillas

These Turkey, Cranberry & Goat Cheese Quesadillas are absolutely amazing. A perfect way to use up those Thanksgiving leftovers.

By Leslie Blythe

Grilled Turkey, Brie, and Apple Butter Sandwich with Arugula

I'm not a fan of turkey and I hate boring sandwiches! This Grilled Turkey, Brie, and Apple Butter Sandwich with Arugula is anything but boring. The combination of creamy, melted brie, sliced turkey, apple butter and peppery arugula is heavenly.

By Leslie Blythe