- 2250g pkg Maple Leaf® Natural Sliced Turkey
- 1tbsp vegetable oil
- 1tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1tsp pepper
- ½cup Velveeta or processed cheese product
- 1cup milk
- 3cups water or chicken broth
- 3cups dry pasta shells, medium
- 1389ml can diced tomatoes
- Dash hot sauce, optional
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
- Add turkey and Italian seasoning. Stir for about 1 to 2 minutes until turkey starts to just brown and crisp.
- Add pasta, milk, water and tomatoes with their juices*. Stir well to combine. Allow to simmer for about 20 to 22 minutes or until pasta is cooked to al dente stirring frequently.
- Add cheese and hot sauce if using and stir to melt into sauce, cook for about 2 to 3 minutes longer.
- Remove from heat and allow to stand for a minute. Sauce will thicken.
- Garnish with an additional sprinkle of Italian seasoning and parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
*If you like your “helper” a little saucier add ½ cup more water during the cooking time.
Serve with toasted garlic toast and salad. Try using Maple Leaf® naturally prepared sliced chicken in place of turkey!