JesseEatzA lightning-fast, high-protein take on a kid favorite using lean ground turkey and a hidden-veggie sauce.
Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the elbow macaroni according to package directions.
Start the water first to save time!
While the pasta cooks, brown the ground turkey in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Break the meat into very small crumbles so it mixes well with the pasta.
Stir in the grated zucchini, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt; cook for 2 minutes until zucchini softens.
Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the turkey. Pour in the milk and shredded cheddar.
Stir constantly over low heat until the cheese is melted into a creamy sauce that coats everything.
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