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Turkey: Turkey Casserole

Source of Recipe

"Light and Easy Diabetes Cuisine" by Betty Marks

TURKEY CASSEROLE
Exchanges
Serves: 4

- 4 ounces vegetale elbow or shell macaroni
- 1/2 pound ground turkey
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon dried leaf thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Pepper to Taste
- 1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Cook macaroni until al dente,
being careful not to overcook. Drain and rinse under cold water. Coat an 8-inch square baking pan or casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray.

In a large non-stick skillet, cook turkey, onion and garlic
until meat is browned. Drain off fat. Stir in macaroni, tomato sauce, thyme, cinnamon, salt and pepper. Spoon into casserole dish and top with cheese. Bake 30 minutes.

One serving equals: Calories: 241, Cholesterol: 40 mg, Carbohydrates: 20 g, Protein: 17 g, Sodium: 253 mg, Fat: 11 g ++++ Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Meat, 1 Starch/Bread, 1 Vegetable