Veal and Turkey Casserole with Tomatoes

4 servings

70 minutes

Casserole made of veal and turkey with tomatoes is a true gastronomic masterpiece of American cuisine, combining the tenderness of veal and turkey with the vibrant flavor of fresh tomatoes. Historically, such casseroles emerged in the USA as a convenient way to prepare meat dishes in one pan, preserving the juiciness of ingredients and highlighting their taste with spices. This casserole is a nutritious and balanced dish, perfect for a family dinner. The aromatic mix of nutmeg, mustard, and oregano adds zest to the dish while baked tomatoes provide a slight tanginess. It is served hot, often with crusty bread or fresh vegetables. Not only is it delicious but also rich in protein, vitamins, and beneficial minerals, making it an excellent choice for those who value healthy and hearty meals.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 365.9
• Proteins: 44.6g
• Fats: 11.3g
• Carbohydrates: 21.5g

Ingredients

• Veal: 500 g
• Turkey fillet: 250 g
• Cherry tomatoes: 200 g
• Tomatoes: 4 pc
• White bread: 4 pc
• Leek: 1 pc
• Sweet pepper: 1 pc
• Chicken egg: 1 pc
• Parsley: 1 bunch
• Milk: 100 ml
• Vegetable oil: 1 tbsp
• Mustard: 1 tsp
• Ground nutmeg: 0.3 tsp
• Ground red pepper: 0.3 tsp
• Oregano: pinch
• Salt: 0.5 tsp

Cooking steps

1. Wash all the meat, cut it, and pass it through a meat grinder.

   Required ingredients:

   • Veal: 500 g
   • Turkey fillet: 250 g

2. Soak the bread in milk.

   Required ingredients:

   • White bread: 4 pieces
   • Milk: 100 ml

3. Chop the sweet pepper finely after removing the stem and seeds.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sweet pepper: 1 piece

4. Finely chop the light part of the leek. Mince the parsley.

   Required ingredients:

   • Leek: 1 piece
   • Parsley: 1 bunch

5. Grate a large tomato.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomatoes: 4 pieces

6. Add sweet pepper, leek, parsley, bread, egg, nutmeg, mustard, grated tomato to the meat, season with salt and pepper, and mix everything.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sweet pepper: 1 piece
   • Leek: 1 piece
   • Parsley: 1 bunch
   • White bread: 4 pieces
   • Chicken egg: 1 piece
   • Ground nutmeg: 0.3 teaspoon
   • Mustard: 1 teaspoon
   • Tomatoes: 4 pieces
   • Salt: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Ground red pepper: 0.3 teaspoon

7. Line a deep long baking dish with parchment paper and grease it with vegetable oil. Fill the dish with meat about three-quarters full.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil: 1 tablespoon

8. Cut small tomatoes into quarters and cherry tomatoes in half.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomatoes: 4 pieces
   • Cherry tomatoes: 200 g

9. Spread sliced tomatoes over the surface of the meat. Season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with oregano.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomatoes: 4 pieces
   • Cherry tomatoes: 200 g
   • Salt: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Oregano:  pinch

10. Bake in a preheated oven for 45−50 minutes at 180C.