Farfalle With Ground Turkey And Spinach In Alfredo

Name: Farfalle With Ground Turkey And Spinach In Alfredo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 garlic cloves finely chopped; 1 1/2 cups half-and-half; sea salt; freshly ground black pepper; 1/3 cup Parmigiano Reggiano grated; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme; 8 ounces farfalle dried; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons red onion finely chopped; 3/4 pound ground turkey; sea salt; freshly ground black pepper; 2 cups fresh spinach leaves coarsely chopped; 1/2 cup dry white wine

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 garlic cloves finely chopped
1 1/2 cups half-and-half
sea salt
freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup Parmigiano Reggiano grated
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
8 ounces farfalle dried
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red onion finely chopped
3/4 pound ground turkey
sea salt
freshly ground black pepper
2 cups fresh spinach leaves coarsely chopped
1/2 cup dry white wine

1
Heat a medium saucepan over low heat and melt the butter. Stir in the garlic and cook 3 minutes, until slightly softened and very fragrant.
2
Increase the heat to medium and slowly stir in the half-and-half. Season with salt and pepper.
3
Bring to a slight simmer (not a boil) and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
4
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cheese and chopped thyme. (If not ready to use, remove from the heat and cover, then gently rewarm.)
5
For the Pasta
6
Boil the farfalle in boiling, salted water about 10 minutes. Drain.
7
Heat a large, deep skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Add the onion and turkey and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the onion has softened and the turkey is just cooked through, about 5 minutes.
8
Add the spinach and white wine. Cook until the spinach has wilted and the mixture has reduced slightly, 3-4 minutes.
9
Pour the alfredo into the turkey mixture and stir gently to combine. Add the cooked pasta and toss well to coat.
10
Divide the farfalle in alfredo among 4 pasta bowls and serve right away.

397

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 garlic cloves finely chopped, 1 1/2 cups half-and-half, sea salt, and more.

Yes, Farfalle With Ground Turkey And Spinach In Alfredo falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!