7 Turkey Tetrazzini Recipes That Prove This Casserole Is the Ultimate Thanksgiving Leftover Food

This casserole strikes a nostalgic note for anyone who has enjoyed its namesake. "I chose this particular recipe because I survived my senior year in college 45 years ago thanks to Stouffers Turkey Tetrazzini," home cook Lynne says. "Made this for a pot luck dinner and it was a big hit! I enjoyed the addition of the sherry. Gave it an added boost in flavor."

"Great recipe, although I did kick it up a notch and added a bay leaf, basil, and thyme to the onions and celery. I also added about a quarter cup of white wine before putting it in the oven," Bonnie Yocus says. Other reviewers have made the dish their own with additions like sharp Cheddar, potato chips in place of bread crumbs, or sherry. 

"Excellent recipe. Creamy and cheesy without being heavy thanks to the broth and creamed soup combo. Adding the peas and green peppers make it a great one-dish dinner." - KELSTOUCH

Reviewers recommend doubling the cream of celery soup or adding a can of cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, or evaporated skim milk for an even creamier casserole.

Home cooks have added asparagus, leeks, broccoli, and extra red bell pepper to sneak more veggies into this rich casserole. 

"We loved this. I added peas for color, but otherwise followed the recipe exactly as written," Pam Ziegler Lutz says. "This was a great way to use up some of my leftover turkey without it seeming like 'leftovers for dinner.' I will definitely make this again!"

A spoonful of pimento peppers upgrades this traditional tetrazzini dish. "Even those who say they don't like turkey will eat this," says recipe creator Earla Taylor.