Cooking from the Pantry - Turkey Mac

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

Servings: 6 Prep Time: 10 Cook Time: 20

 

Ingredients

                  From the Pantry                                                                 From the Refrigerator 

8 ounces Elbow Macaroni - cooked	1 1/2 pounds Ground Turkey
1 1/2 cups Marinara Sauce	1 cup cheddar jack shredded cheese
14 ounce can low sodium Diced Tomatoes	1/2 white onion diced
3 tbsp Olive Oil	4 garlic cloves, diced
2 tbsp Italian Seasoning	(4) Mini and 1/2 green bell pepper
1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes (optional)	1 cup white mushrooms sliced
Salt and pepper to taste	1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

 

Step 1

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.

Step 2

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.  Sprinkle chopped parsley toss and serve with fresh grated Reggiano Parmesan cheese.