TURKEY CHILI WITH PASTA

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Some may call it witches' stew, but we think this hearty chili is the ultimate comfort food. It's a perfect warmer on chilly autumn nights. -Pat Schmeling, Germantown, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 10 servings (4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 package (20 ounces) lean ground turkey
3 celery ribs with leaves, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (46 ounces) tomato juice
1 can (11-1/2 ounces) V8 juice
2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 bay leaf
1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
Optional toppings: sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, thinly sliced green onions and ripe olives

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook the turkey, celery, green pepper, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add the juices, tomato sauce, brown sugar, seasonings and bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes., Meanwhile, cook macaroni according to package directions; drain. Add beans and macaroni to turkey mixture; heat through. Discard bay leaf before serving. Garnish servings with toppings of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 987mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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This chili is amazing! It's the best turkey chili I've ever had. The flavors are incredible and the pasta makes it so hearty and filling.


Triza Mmbone
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I'm not a fan of pasta in my chili, but I still enjoyed this recipe. The turkey chili was flavorful and the cornbread was the perfect accompaniment.


Akash Dsa
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This chili is delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use ground turkey instead of beef, which makes it a healthier option.


Thomas Brislane
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I've made this chili several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Alishba Rajpoot
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover turkey. It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Priyank Chy
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I'm not a big fan of turkey, but I really enjoyed this chili. The flavors were well-balanced and the pasta made it a filling meal.


Mikaylah Plooij
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The chili was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. I'll definitely make it again, but I'll use less chili powder next time.


Theresa Davis
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This chili is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use leftover turkey, which makes it a great recipe for after the holidays.


Nkechi Precious
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family. The turkey chili was flavorful and the pasta added a nice heartiness to the dish.


fiaz ahmad prince prince
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This turkey chili with pasta is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover turkey from Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner.