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easy turkey mac

(1 rating)
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Recipe by
Carol White
@Mstwinkie
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Ingredients from the pantry together with fresh veggies and lean ground turkey makes this Turkey Mac simple dish and a nourishing family meal.

(1 rating)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For easy turkey mac

  • ITEMS FROM THE PANTRY
  • 8 oz
    elbow macaroni, cooked
  • 1 1/2 c
    marinara sauce
  • 1
    14 oz can low sodium diced tomatoes
  • 3 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp
    italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp
    red pepper flakes ( optional)
  • 1
    salt and pepper to taste
  • FROM THE REFRIGERATOR
  • 1 1/2 lb
    lean ground turkey
  • 1 c
    cheddar jack cheese (shredded)
  • 1/2
    white onion, diced
  • 4
    garlic cloves, diced
  • 4
    mini bell peppers, various colors
  • 1/2
    green bell pepper
  • 1 c
    white mushrooms sliced
  • 1/4 c
    fresh parsley, chopped

How To Make easy turkey mac

  • 1
    Prepare ingredients
  • 2
    Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions, drained and set aside. In a large skillet over medium heat add olive oil, onions, garlic, and ground turkey. Cook until light brown, stirring to break up turkey. ( 3 - 5 ) minutes.
  • 3
    Add mushrooms, diced tomatoes, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning and let simmer ( 3 - 5 minutes). Then add bell peppers, salt and pepper to taste. Add cooked macaroni, shredded cheese and combine all ingredients well.
  • 4
    Sprinkle chopped parsley toss and serve with fresh grated Reggiano Parmesan cheese
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