Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1 pound

Ground Turkey

2 unit

Red Bell Peppers

chopped

1 unit

Spanish Onion

chopped

1 unit

Jalapeno Pepper

diced

2 cup

Salsa

1 cup

Sour Cream

1 unit

Taco Seasoning

1 pound

Processed Cheese

cubed

1 cup

Cheddar Cheese

grated

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2
~5 min

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3
~5 min

Cook and stir ground turkey in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, about 5 to 7 minutes.

Step 4
~5 min

Add chopped red bell peppers, chopped onion, and diced jalapeno pepper to the skillet.

Step 5
~5 min

Sauté the vegetables until the onion is just translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 6
~5 min

In a large, oven-safe casserole dish, mix together salsa, sour cream, and taco seasoning.

Step 7
~5 min

Add the cooked turkey mixture and cubed processed cheese to the casserole dish.

Step 8
~5 min

Mix well to combine all ingredients.

Step 9
~5 min

Top the mixture with grated Cheddar cheese.

Step 10
~5 min

Bake in the preheated oven until the top is bubbling and the cheese is melted and slightly browned, about 30 minutes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of jalapeno pepper to your preferred level of spiciness.

Serve with tortilla chips, vegetables, or crackers.

For a smoother dip, use cream cheese instead of sour cream.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with tortilla chips, cut vegetables, or crackers.

Garnish with a dollop of sour cream or guacamole.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Nachos
Quesadillas
Tacos

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Commonly served at parties and gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Super Bowl
Fiestas

Occasion Tags

Party
Game Day
Potluck
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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