Southwest Turkey Casserole

By brandyc

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
• 4-1/2 teaspoons butter
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• Dash pepper
• 1 cup 2% milk
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup cubed cooked turkey
• 2/3 cup canned diced tomatoes and green chilies
• 1/3 cup frozen corn
• 1/3 cup frozen peas

Preparation

Step 1

Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion and red pepper in butter and oil until tender. Stir in the flour, salt, cumin and pepper until blended; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cheese until melted.

Drain macaroni; add to cheese mixture. Stir in the turkey, tomatoes, corn and peas. Transfer to a 1-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly.