[ { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Cook ground turkey in a large pan over medium heat, breaking it up into small pieces, until no pink remains (5-8 minutes)" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Place all ingredients in a 5 quart slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "To assemble ahead & freeze" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Place all ingredients except the diced tomatoes & tomato sauce in a gallon-sized heavy duty freezer bag. Squeeze out as much air as possible, then freeze for up to 3 months." }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Thaw completely before placing in a 5 quart slow cooker with the diced tomatoes & tomato sauce and cooking on low for 8 hours." } ]