Ground Turkey Red Beans and Rice

By ErinLayton

Easy as 1, 2... 3! No matter how simple this Ground Turkey Red Beans and Riced dish is, it's one of our families favorites!

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 cup onion, finely chopped
• 1 green pepper, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup sliced celery
• 2 teaspoons, minced garlic
• 16-20 ounces ground turkey
• 1 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
• 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 can (14 1/2 ounces) Cajun-style stewed tomatoes
• 1 can (16 ounces) red beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 4 cups hot, cooked brown rice
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Preparation

Step 1

In large deep skillet, over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add onion, green pepper, and celery. Cook 5 minutes or until slightly softened, stirring occasionally.

Add garlic. Crumble turkey into skillet and sprinkle with thyme, hot pepper sauce and salt. Cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add tomatoes, beans, and tomato paste. Cook uncovered, 10 minutes or until hot and flavors are blended, stirring occasionally. Serve over hot, cooked rice; sprinkle with parsley and serve with additional hot sauce if desired.