Almond Turkey Caserole from "The Best of the Best from Midwest Cookbooks"

by **Raeja** Mon Aug 12, 2019 2:09 pm

Almond Turkey Casserole

~ from "A Taste of Fishers" (Indianan)

1 cup shredded Cheddar Cheese, divided 1 TBS Lemon Juice
1 TBS flour 1/2 tsp crushed dried oregano leaves
3 Cups chopped, cooked turkey 1/4 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups sliced celery 1/4 tsp pepper1
2/3 cup slivered almonds, divided 15 oz can) Mandarin ornages, drained
1 cup mayonaisse Pastry crust for 2 (9 inch) pies

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Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Toss 3/4 cup cheese with flour. Mix cheese mixture, turkey, celery, 1/2 cup almonds, mayonaisse, lemon juice, seasonings, and oranges. Roll pastry to 11x15 inch square on lightly floured surface. Place in a 9x13 inch baking dish; turn 1 inch beyond edge. Turn under edge; flute. Fill with turkey mixture. Top with remaining 1/4 chsees and 1/3 cup almonds. Bake 30 - 35 minutes.

Serves 6 - 8