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Ingredientes
- Turkey Taco Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
- serves 4, prep 20 min, cook 10 min
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- olive oil
- salt and pepper
- 1 lb ground turkey breast meat
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 1 tbsp oregano
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp minced garlic, or garlic powder
- 1/2 tbsp red chili flakes, to taste
- 1 tbsp corn starch
- 1 cup of water
- 1 cup black beans
- 1 cup corn
- 8 oz Colby jack or cheddar cheese, grated (about 2 cups, divided)
- small bunch of cilantro, chopped
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