Turkey is the Key to Delicious, Healthier Taquitos

Are you looking for a fun new way to put that leftover turkey to use? How about frying up a few taquitos? These are a healthier twist on a Taqueria classic.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup leftover turkey, shredded

• 1 medium onion

• 10 or so white or crimini mushrooms

• 3 leaves of sage

• ¾ shredded cheese (mozzarella, jack or cheddar)

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 12 corn tortillas

• 2 cups vegetable oil for frying, plus 2 tablespoons

• Toothpicks

Instructions:

1. Chop the turkey, onion, mushrooms and sage finely, then sauté them in a pan with a couple of tablespoons of oil until onion is tender and translucent. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Allow the mixture to cool.

2. Add the shredded cheese to the turkey mixture.

3. Place 1 tablespoon of filling down the center of the tortilla and roll the tortilla tightly. Secure it shut with two toothpicks. Repeat with remaining tortillas.

4. Heat the oil to 350 degrees in a thick-bottomed, straight-sided pot.

5. Fry the taquitos until golden brown, about 3 minutes and place them on a paper towel to drain. Serve hot!