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Sloppy Joe Ground Turkey Casserole

Savory Sloppy Joe Ground Turkey Casserole in Just 30 Minutes

Enjoy a quick and satisfying Sloppy Joe Ground Turkey Casserole that combines lean turkey, veggies, and cheese for a delicious family dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 3 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Elbow Pasta Use Barilla for consistent al dente texture.
For the Filling
  • 1.25 lb Ground Turkey Opt for 93/7 or 85/15 to avoid dryness.
  • 2 cups Cauliflower Rice Fresh or frozen, just drain excess liquid.
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper Dice into 1/2-inch pieces.
  • 1 cup Yellow Onion Finely diced for flavor.
  • 1 cup Carrots Finely diced into 1/4-inch pieces.
  • 4 Garlic Cloves Mince for even distribution.
For the Sauce
  • 18 oz Tomato Sauce Hunt's is recommended.
  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar Balances acidity.
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Lea & Perrins is a classic choice.
  • 2 tsp Dry Mustard Adds tanginess.
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Brings smokiness.
  • Salt & Pepper Essential seasonings.
For the Topping
  • 1.25 cups Cheddar Cheese Freshly shredded for best results.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large pot
  • oven-safe skillet
  • Cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare the ingredients.
  2. Cook the elbow pasta in salted water according to package instructions until al dente, about 7-8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  3. In an oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and brown the ground turkey for 4-5 minutes.
  4. Add diced bell pepper, carrots, onion, and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for 5-7 minutes until tender.
  5. Stir in the cauliflower rice and cook for an additional minute.
  6. Pour in the tomato sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 2 minutes.
  7. Add the drained elbow pasta to the skillet and mix until fully combined.
  8. Sprinkle the cheddar cheese on top.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Allow to rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, drain the cauliflower rice and cook the pasta al dente.

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