Turkey Macaroni Casserole

Ingredients

• 2 cups uncooked macaroni
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 1/2 cups chopped celery
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper (add red pepper for variety)
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1 can condensed cream of chicken soup
• 1 can Chicken Herb Condensed cream of chicken soup (or use another regular one)
• 2/3 cup milk
• 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (can also use Mexican)
• 1 1/2 to 2 cups cooked chopped turkey
• 1 jar (4 ounces) chopped pimiento, drained
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup toasted sliced almonds*

Instructions

Cook and drain macaroni, following package directions.

Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat.

Add celery, green pepper, and onion; cook until tender.

Blend in soup, milk, and shredded cheese.

Cook, stirring, until cheese is melted.

Combine cheese mixture with macaroni, pimiento, turkey, salt, and nutmeg.

Transfer to a buttered 3-quart casserole; top with toasted almonds.

Bake at 350¡ for 30 minutes, until hot and bubbly.

Turkey Casserole Recipe serves 6.

*To toast nuts, spread out in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast in a 350¡ oven, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 15 minutes. Or, toast in an ungreased skillet over medium heat, stirring, until golden brown and aromatic.