Ontario Apple Mac and Cheese Bake by Fraticelli’s

 3/4 lb lean ground turkey (approximately one small package)
 6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
 1/4 cup sweet red onion, minced
 2 tsp ground cumin
 1 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
 Pinch of salt & black pepper
 2 cups whole wheat or spelt macaroni noodles
 2 large, sweet Ontario red apples*, cored and cubed
 Sauce:
 1 tsp powdered mustard
 1 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
 1/2 cup skim milk
 3/4 cup light ricotta cheese
 1 cup shredded aged white cheddar
 Pinch of salt
 Crust:
 1 cup ground cornmeal

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In a mixing bowl, combine ground turkey with 2 tbsp (30 mL) of olive oil, onion, cumin, cayenne, salt and pepper. Heat a non-stick skillet on medium to high heat and add turkey mixture. Cook until turkey is completely browned, cover and remove from heat.

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Bring 4 cups (1 L) of salted water to boil, add macaroni. Cook as per directions on the package.

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Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine mustard, cayenne, milk, ricotta, cheddar cheese and salt.

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Preheat oven on Broil at 400°F (200°C).

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Strain cooked macaroni and pour into a 9- x 13-inch (22.5 x 32.5 cm) baking dish. Mix in cooked turkey and apples. Pour sauce over the entire pasta mixture, followed by a drizzling of 4 tbsp (60 mL) of olive oil. Sprinkle evenly and generously with cornmeal. Broil for 15 minutes or until top is crisp and golden brown.

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Recipe courtesy of Fraticelli's.