Everything starts with a good ovenproof container. Actually I started a few days ago and roasted the unstuffed turkey in an oven bag, took off the whole breast afterwards and then simmered the rest of the cooked bird and vegs to make a good broth and the O So Necessary Gravy.
Removing skin, bones and icky things with no name, slice in large chunks.
Pour in a bit of the highly seasoned broth, and top with a layer of turkey breast.
Top that with dressing, made with Pepperidge cornbread stuffing mix, flavored with apples, raisins, cooked Jimmy Dean Hot pork sausage, sauteed onions, garlic and celery, broth and lots of butter.
Keep layering meat and dressing until the container is full and looks like a magazine picture.
Pour the remaining broth over all, since none of us wants dry dressing or turkey. Cover with foil and Bake at 350 for 45 minutes or until the aroma begins to drive everyone nuts. Un-foil and let the top brown for 10-15. Dig in.
Yesterday I made pumpkin pie for me and my sister. Cool Whip awaits.
And then pecan tarts for the undiscriminating. I intend to eat plenty of both.
I am wearing expandomatics, in black.
Love,
Happy Thanksgiving to everyone!!
..and Happy Thanksgiving to you too, my friend!
ReplyDeleteWe hit a favorite restaurant, instead of cooking, and then hit the casino. Our wacky tradition brings a sly smile to everyone's face, and it's never crowded!
Have a good one Mel. That lasagna sounds delicious and I could just sit down with those pecan tarts and a bowl of whipped cream and be perfectly happy. Ove to you all
ReplyDeleteYou don't really need anything besides those pecan tartlets! YUM!
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving to all of you.
Oh my gosh that turkey casserole looks amazing! I know my family would go nuts over it. thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving to you and the family!
ReplyDeleteYum! that looks great! Happy Thanksgiving
ReplyDeleteI am now adding "expandomatics" to my vocabulary! Thanks for the laugh! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving Melody!
ReplyDeleteI'm thankful I found your blog a few months ago. It's such a pleasure to read your posts. thanks for all you share with us
Happy Thanksgiving to you, too, Melody. I love pecan tarts; it's impossible to eat too many. Enjoy the day with family and pet!
ReplyDeleteSounds like a great plan... especially the Expandomatics!
ReplyDeleteMe and my expandomatics (in black, of course) will be trying your turkey lasagna this weekend using leftovers!! Sounds yummy!! Have a great Thanksgiving :)
ReplyDeleteMel, I've made that casserole after you told us how last year and it was great! Everything looks great and I hope that you, Dave, and your sister's family have a terrific day.
ReplyDeleteThanks for this post about Thanksgiving Turkey Lasagna. What a great idea!
ReplyDeleteYummy!!
ReplyDeleteThat looks delish, can't wait to try it. Thanks for sharing the recipe.
ReplyDeleteThat casserole looks great. I may consider it for Christmas. Happy Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteWow sounds delicious now if I could just get my hands on some Pepperidge cornbread stuffing mix and Jimmy Dean Hot pork sausage Id be sorted............but non of these to be had in Scotland :(
ReplyDeleteHello Melody, this lasagna looks delicious! This is my first time here and I really like your blog.Cant wait to come back when I have more time and explore :)) Happy Thanksgiving, cheers, Monika.....
ReplyDeleteOne of the things I'm thankful for is your blog, Melody! Thank you for always serving up a feast, whether visual, artistic, fibery or gustatory, you are always in good taste.
ReplyDeleteLots of laughs and luv from New York!.
Oh my god, there's so much useful info above!
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