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Bowtie Cajun Turkey Alfredo

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Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 16 ounces Bowtie Pasta farfalle
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2-3 cups leftover JENNIE-O® OVEN READY™ Cajun Style Bone-In Turkey Breast cubed
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth or you can also use white wine
  • 1/2 cup half-and-half
  • 3 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 3/4 cups Parmesan shavings or grated
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley minced

Instructions
 

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • Cube the leftover turkey.
  • Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet, followed by the minced garlic.
  • Stir the garlic around the pan to avoid burning, and cook for 1 minute.
  • Pour in the broth, letting it bubble up and reduce for 1-1/2 to 2 minutes.
  • Add half-and-half, cream, and extra salt and pepper, whisking constantly until it's all combined. Allow liquid to heat up and thicken for a few minutes. (If it gets too thick, thin it with a little extra chicken broth.)
  • When sauce has thickened (a little), add Parmesan to the pan, and stir until melted.
  • Add the pasta and turkey, stir together, and let the skillet sit on low heat for 5-7 minutes, or until the turkey is heated through.
  • Top with minced parsley and extra Parmesan.

Notes

I think this pasta dish would also be fabulous with some fresh, sliced mushrooms and cooked bacon.
Adapted from The Pioneer Woman
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