This is a delicious way to use leftover turkey, and it makes a very special meal. Serve these crepes with asparagus spears and a salad, or add a rice dish for a heartier meal.
The ingredients list might look daunting, but it is easy to make in steps. The crepes can be made ahead of time, or use purchased savory crepes. The sauce can also be made earlier in the day and refrigerated. Just reheat it when you need it for the filling.
Ingredients
For the Crepes:
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2 large eggs, beaten
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3/4 cup milk
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Sauce:
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon dry mustard
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1 3/4 cups milk
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3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For the Turkey Filling:
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 medium shallot, minced
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8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
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1/2 teaspoon dried leaf thyme
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1/2 teaspoon dried rubbed sage
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1 clove garlic, minced
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2 cups cooked turkey, diced
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1 tablespoon dry sherry, or dry vermouth, optional
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Steps to Make It
Make the Crepes
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Gather the ingredients.
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Put the eggs, milk, flour, butter, and salt in a blender. Process until smooth. Alternatively, whisk or beat with an electric mixer until smooth. The batter will be thin.
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Put the batter in a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
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Take the batter out of the refrigerator. Heat a 7-inch nonstick skillet or seasoned crepe pan over medium heat. Brush with a little oil or spray with nonstick cooking spray.
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Pour 1/4 cup of batter into the pan and swirl it to coat the bottom.
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Cook for about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes, or until set and the edges begin to brown.
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Carefully turn it with a thin spatula and cook for about 30 seconds longer. Remove to a plate.
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Continue with the remaining batter, putting a sheet of wax paper between the crepes.
Make the Sauce
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Gather the ingredients.
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In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the flour and dry mustard and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
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Gradually whisk in the milk. Cook, whisking constantly, until the sauce thickens.
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Add the 3 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese and salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste.
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Reserve 1 cup of the sauce for the filling and set the remaining sauce aside.
Make the Filling
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Gather the ingredients.
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In a large skillet or saute pan, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the shallots and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
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Add the mushrooms, thyme, and sage and continue to cook, stirring, until mushrooms are tender and browned and any liquids produced by the mushrooms have evaporated. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute longer.
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Add the turkey and cook, stirring, until the mixture is hot. Add the reserved 1 cup of sauce to the turkey mixture and stir to blend. If desired, add 1 tablespoon of sherry or vermouth. Heat until the sauce is hot and begins to bubble.
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Fill four crepes with the mushroom mixture and fold over. Arrange the filled crepes on plates.
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If the remaining sauce is very thick, thin with a little milk and reheat. Spoon some of the remaining sauce over the filled crepes and sprinkle with more Parmesan cheese.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts (per serving) | |
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556 | Calories |
33g | Fat |
32g | Carbs |
33g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings: 4 | |
Amount per serving | |
Calories | 556 |
% Daily Value* | |
Total Fat 33g | 42% |
Saturated Fat 16g | 81% |
Cholesterol 228mg | 76% |
Sodium 683mg | 30% |
Total Carbohydrate 32g | 12% |
Dietary Fiber 3g | 10% |
Total Sugars 11g | |
Protein 33g | |
Vitamin C 5mg | 23% |
Calcium 273mg | 21% |
Iron 4mg | 21% |
Potassium 738mg | 16% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. |