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Cheeseburger Mac

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 1 cup mini sweet peppers chopped
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 1/2 cups whole-grain dry macaroni
  • 1 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • In large skillet over medium high heat, heat oil. Add turkey, onion and peppers. Cook 7-10 minutes, or until turkey is cooked through.
  • In small bowl, mix paprika, sugar, salt and chili powder. Add to turkey and stir. Add water, milk, tomato paste and pasta. Mix well. Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes, or until pasta is cooked and liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and top with cheese.

Notes

Recipe courtesy of Produce for Kids
Keyword: healthy, Kid Friendly