When you want to get creative with Thanksgiving leftovers, this delicious recipe will become your new go-to: Turkey a la King. Simple to make, yet complex in flavor, this rich and creamy meal turns yesterday's turkey into today's delight. It also freezes well, so make a big batch and save half for when you're craving a taste of Thanksgiving again.
Things You'll Need
2 Tbsp. butter
1 celery rib, chopped
1 large carrot, chopped
1/4 cup chopped shallots
2 cups sliced mushrooms
3 Tbsp. all purpose flour
3 Tbsp. cooking sherry
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 cup chicken or turkey broth
2 cups chopped, cooked turkey
1 cup peas, frozen
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh thyme
Egg noodles, biscuits, or rice for serving
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1. Cook the carrots, celery and shallots
Melt the butter in a skillet over medium high heat. Add the celery, carrots, and shallots. Cook until softened.
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2. Cook the mushrooms
Add the mushrooms, and cook until softened and darkened.
3. Add the flour
Sprinkle with flour, mixing the ingredients with a spoon or spatula, and cook until all the flour has been moistened.
4. Add the sherry
Pour in the sherry, scraping to deglaze the pan.
5. Add the remaining ingredients
Add the rest of the ingredients. Mix and then let simmer until it has thickened and the turkey is warmed through.
6. Serve warm
Serve warm over rice, noodles, or biscuits.
