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Food IS love made tangible... it is a gift that meets the needs of the soul as well as the body. I have found that preparing and presenting food with great care is worth the effort....creating an atmosphere that warmly invites guests to linger. As Julia Child said, "Nothing is too much trouble, if it turns out as it should."

Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Cordon Bleu Casserole

This recipe is from the friend of a friend.... btw, she lives in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan! This dish serves 8; prep time: 25 minutes and bake time: 30 minutes.
Ingredients:
4 cups cubed cooked turkey
3 cups cubed fulled cooked ham
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup butter
1/3 cup flour
1 pint half-and-half cream
1 teaspoon dill weed
1/8 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Topping:
1+cup dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Directions: In a large bowl, combine turkey, ham and cheese; set aside. In a saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Add flour; stir to form a paste. Gradually add cream, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil for 1 minute or until thick. Add dill, mustard and nutmeg; mix well. Remove from the heat and pour over meat mixture. Spoon into a greased 9x13" baking dish. Toss bread crumbs, butter and dill; stir in cheese and walnuts. Sprinkle over the casserole. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes. This dish goes well with a tossed or fruit salad.  (The above photo includes two salads, bread and dessert, provided by friends.)