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Tex-Mex Turkey Potato Boats

Tex-Mex Turkey Potato Boats


Yield: 4

Ethnicity: Southwestern
 
Meal Type: Appetizer, Lunch
 
Occasion: Oktoberfest, Superbowl
 
Preparation Method: Bake, Saute
 
Product Type: Ground Turkey
 







Ingredients
2 Large potatoes, baked
1/2 Pound GROUND TURKEY
1/2 Cup onion, chopped
1 Clove garlic, minced
1 Can (8 ounces) stewed tomatoes
1 Teaspoon chili powder
1/4 Teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 Teaspoon cumin
1/4 Teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 Teaspoon salt
1/2 Cup Cheddar cheese, grated
 
  1. Slice baked potatoes in half, lengthwise. Scoop out pulp, with spoon, to within 1/4-inch of potato skin. Reserve potato for another use.
  2. In medium skillet, over medium-high heat, combine turkey, onion and garlic. Cook 5 minutes or until turkey is no longer pink; drain juices if necessary. Add tomatoes, chili powder, oregano, cumin, red pepper flakes and salt. Cook 15 minutes or until most of liquid has evaporated.
  3. Spoon turkey mixture into potato shells and sprinkle with cheese. On jellyroll pan or baking sheet, bake shells in a preheated 375 degree F oven for 15 minutes or until cheese melts.

Recipe Source: Recipe by The National Turkey Federation

Nutrition Facts
Calories 260  
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 12g
Saturated Fat 5g
Cholesterol 55mg
Sodium 550mg
Potassium 504mg
Total Carbohydrate 22g
Dietary Fiber 3g
Sugars 6g  
Protein 17g  
Vitamin A 15%
  • Vitamin C 30%
    Calcium 15%
  • Iron 15%
    *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on you calorie needs:
      Calories: 2000 2500
    Total Fat Less than 65g 80g
    Sat Fat Less than 20g 25g
    Cholesterol Less than 300mg 300mg
    Sodium Less than 2,400mg 2,400mg
    Total Carbohydrate   300g 375g
    Dietary Fiber   25g 30g
    Calories per gram:
    Fat 9
  • Carbohydrate 4
  • Protein 4




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