Turkey Chili

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Try this spin on a favorite dish.  Turkey is leaner than beef which makes this dish lower in fat than the traditional recipe.

• 1 lb. ground turkey
• 3/4 c. onion, minced
• 2 T. margarine
• 3 c. water
• 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 T. chili powder
• 1 T. dry parsley flakes
• 1 tsp. paprika
• 2 tsp. dry mustard
• 1 (15 1/2-oz. can) canned red kidney beans, drained
• 1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
• 1/2 c. pearl barley
• 3/4 c. cheddar cheese, shredded

In large sauce pan, cook turkey and onions in margarine until turkey is browned and no longer pink in color, about 9 minutes. Drain; return turkey and onions to pan.  Add remaining ingredients except the cheese to turkey mixture; bring to boil, stirring frequently. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.  Uncover and simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.  Sprinkle 3 tablespoons of cheese over each serving of chili.

Makes 4 servings

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1 ½ cups):

• Calories: 524
• Fat: 21 g
• Carbohydrate: 47 g
• Protein: 39 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Cholesterol: 87 mg
• Fiber: 12 g
• Calcium: 204 mg