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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
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Cook the macaroni to al dente and set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat 2 Tablespoons of olive oil then season and brown the ground turkey.
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Drain meat and set aside.
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Add remaining 2 Tablespoons of olive oil to skillet, add the peppers and onion, saute until soft.
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Add garlic and cook just until it becomes fragrant.
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Do not allow garlic to burn.
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Bleck!
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Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and cheese soup.
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Stir to combine.
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Add basil, oregano, and cumin and allow to simmer over medium low heat for a few minutes allowing flavors to meld together.
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At this point, give it a taste and add your salt and pepper until right for you.
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In a LARGE bowl (I said it makes a ton, right?)
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combine the macaroni and the turkey sauce mixture.
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Stir to combine and pat yourself on the back for getting your arm workout in for the day (remember the aforementioned, makes a TON).
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Spread this mixture into 2 casserole dishes or, as I do, a 9x13 pan and a 8x8 pan.
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Top with cheese and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is lightly browned and bubbly.
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Once this bad boy is done baking, if you can still use your arms from stirring this mammoth amount of food, pour yourself a glass of wine and enjoy!
