Instructions: In a large skillet cook the onion in the oil over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until it is softened, add the garlic, the bell pepper, the chili powder, the cumin, and the cayenne, and cook the mixture, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the turkey and cook the mixture over

moderately high heat, stirring and breaking up the turkey with a wooden spoon, for 3 to 4 minutes, or until the turkey is no longer pink. Stir in

the tomatoes with the juice, breaking them up, the red pepper flakes, the chopped coriander, and salt and pepper to taste and simmer the sauce, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes, or until it is thickened.

While the sauce is simmering, in a kettle of boiling salted water cook the

rigatoni untul it is al dente, drain it well, and divide it between 2 bowls. Divide the sauce between the bowls, sprinkle it with the Monterey Jack, and garnish each serving with a coriander sprig.

Serves 2.

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