Chili Mac and Cheese

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  1 tbsp Olive oil

  Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.

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  1 Yellow Onion(110g)
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  1 lbs Ground Turkey, 99% Lean
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  1 JalapeñO Pepper(14g)
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  1 tbsp Chili powder
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  2 tsp Cumin, Ground
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  2 tsp Coriander, Ground
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  0.8 tsp Garlic powder
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  0.5 tsp 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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  0.3 tsp 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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  2 cup Low Sodium Chicken Broth
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  15 oz Beans, Black, Canned, Drained
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  15 oz Beans, Kidney, Canned, Drained
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  15 oz Tomato Sauce
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  10 oz Rotel, Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, Original
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  2 cup Pasta, Macaroni (Elbow), Whole Wheat, Dry
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  1 cup Cheddar Cheese
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  Green Onion (Scallion)

Instructions

1. 1Heat the olive oil in a large, deep Dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat for 1 minute until shimmering. Add the onion and sauté for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
2. 2Add the ground turkey, jalapeño, chili powder, cumin, coriander, and garlic powder. Cook over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently and breaking apart the turkey with a spoon, until the meat is crumbled with no pink remaining and begins to brown.
3. 3Stir in the chicken broth, black beans, kidney beans, tomato sauce, and Rotel tomatoes with their juices. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. 4Add the dry elbow macaroni directly to the pot and stir well to combine. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed.
5. 5Remove the pot from heat and stir in the sharp cheddar cheese until fully melted and the mixture is creamy, about 1–2 minutes.
6. 6Divide the chili mac and cheese evenly into 6 airtight containers while hot, leaving ½ inch of headspace.
7. 7Cool to room temperature, then seal and refrigerate for up to 4 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 2–3 minutes or on the stovetop over medium heat until warmed through.
8. 8Top with green onions before serving.