Lunch: Turkey and Black Bean Ziti

A great way to turn your leftover turkey into a whole new pasta dish.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 cups cooked turkey, white and dark meat, large shreds
1 cup chicken stock, or turkey stock
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 lb uncooked ziti pasta
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

Instructions

In a large skillet over med/high heat, add oil, onion and garlic. Saute until lightly golden.
Add chili powder, cumin, oregano and tomato paste. Mix well and cook about 2 minutes.
Add turkey and stock. Bring to simmer. Cook 3-5 minutes until a little thickened.
Add beans and lime juice. Season as desired with salt and pepper.
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the ziti al dente, about 9 minutes. Drain.
Toss the pasta into the skillet with the sauce and stir in the chopped cilantro.

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