Savory Herb Crescent Turkey (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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454 grams ground turkey
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150 grams frozen peas
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150 grams frozen corn kernels
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2 medium carrots, diced
→ Herb Crescent Roll Crust
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1 (227 grams) can refrigerated crescent roll dough
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30 milliliters melted butter
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1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, minced
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0.5 teaspoon fresh thyme, minced
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0.25 teaspoon fresh sage, minced
→ Sauce & Seasonings
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240 milliliters low-sodium chicken broth
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120 milliliters heavy cream
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16 grams all-purpose flour
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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0.5 teaspoon salt
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0.25 teaspoon black pepper
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat with a splash of olive oil. Crumble the ground turkey into bite-size pieces and cook, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink, approximately 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer cooked turkey to a bowl and set aside.
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In the same skillet, melt 15 milliliters of butter. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced carrots; sauté until softened, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir for 1 minute to create a roux. Gradually whisk in chicken broth, avoiding lumps. Simmer for 3 minutes, then stir in heavy cream, peas, corn, and cooked turkey. Season with salt and black pepper, simmering until slightly thickened, 2 to 3 minutes.
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Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Unroll crescent dough and separate into triangles. Brush each triangle with melted butter, then evenly sprinkle rosemary, thyme, and sage. Arrange triangles side-by-side in a 23 cm (9-inch) oven-safe baking dish, overlapping points slightly to create a rustic woven appearance.
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Spoon the creamy turkey and vegetable filling evenly into the prepared baking dish beneath the layered crescent dough. Fold any overhanging dough over the filling edges and pinch gently to seal, preventing sauce leakage.
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Place the dish on the center oven rack and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the crescent crust is golden brown and filling bubbles in the center. Remove from oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes to set the sauce before slicing.
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Optionally garnish with freshly chopped herbs and a light drizzle of melted butter. Serve warm for best flavor and texture.
# Helpful Notes:
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Use fresh rosemary, thyme, and sage for an aromatic crust. Let butter and cream reach room temperature for smoother incorporation. Avoid opening the oven during the first 20 minutes to ensure even rising of the crust.
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For safe consumption, internal temperature should reach 74°C (165°F) as measured with an instant-read thermometer.