Monterey Mac & Cheese

Name: Monterey Mac & Cheese
Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix; 1 (11 ounce) can Mexican-style corn, drained; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained; 1/4 cup sliced black olives; 1/2 lb macaroni or 1/2 lb other shaped pasta; 1 cup cubed monterey jack cheese

8 ingredients

5 steps

Ingredients

1 lb ground turkey
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 (11 ounce) can Mexican-style corn, drained
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1/4 cup sliced black olives
1/2 lb macaroni or 1/2 lb other shaped pasta
1 cup cubed monterey jack cheese

Directions

1

In large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add ground turkey or chicken and stir, breaking into small pieces. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until no longer pink and juices run clear.
2

Add taco seasoning and stir to distribute evenly. Add corn, tomatoes and olives. Stir to heat through. Keep warm.
3

Prepare pasta according to package directions. When pasta is ready, remove 1/2 cup of the cooking water, set aside and drain pasta.
4

In large bowl, toss hot pasta with turkey or chicken mixture and the reserved cooking water. Add cheese, stirring until soft.
5

Serve in bowls with tortilla chips on the side.