Turkey Chili with Edamame and Cheddar

By Chef/Owner Rocco Whalen

Ingredients

5 lbs GROUND TURKEY

1 Large onion, chopped

1 c roasted red bell peppers, chopped

2 Cloves fresh garlic, minced

1 tsp chili flakes

1 tbsp toasted cumin

1 tbsp chili powder

1 qt pureed tomatoes

1 oz fresh basil, chopped

To Taste salt and freshly ground black pepper

1 c edamame

As needed Tillamook Cheddar or another fine Cheddar cheese, shredded

Directions

Brown ground turkey in a skillet until all pink disappears, about 8 minutes.

Remove turkey from pan. Add onion and roasted peppers and sauté until vegetables are soft. Add garlic and sauté only until fragrant.

Add chili flakes, cumin and chili powder and toast in pan with vegetables for 1 minute.

Return turkey to pan with vegetables. Add tomato puree and basil. Gently simmer for 45 minutes.

Adjust seasonings as necessary.

Garnish each portion with edamame and Cheddar cheese.