Hearty Meat Sauce Over Pearled Barley (Diabetic) Recipe

Name: Hearty Meat Sauce Over Pearled Barley (Diabetic)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey breast; 2 (28 ounce) cans prepared spaghetti sauce; 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained; 1 tablespoon italian seasoning; 1 small onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced (to taste); 1 (16 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach; 1 cup pearl barley (dry); 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon; parmesan cheese (to taste)

Servings: persons

1 lb ground turkey breast
2 (28 ounce) cans prepared spaghetti sauce
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 tablespoon italian seasoning
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced (to taste)
1 (16 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach
1 cup pearl barley (dry)
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon
parmesan cheese (to taste)

1
In a medium sauce pan, bring chicken bouillon and 2.5 c of water to a boil. Add barley and cook on low, covered, for 45 minutes. Barley should be tender but still chewy with a firm bite.
2
Meanwhile, in a large stock pot combine: turkey, spaghetti sauce, tomatoes, Italian seasoning, onion and garlic. Stir until turkey is well-distributed.
3
Simmer sauce over medium heat until turkey is cooked, about 30 minutes.
4
Add spinach and simmer an additional 10 minutes to heat.
5
Serve meat sauce over barley and top with Parmesan cheese.

286

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground turkey breast, 2 (28 ounce) cans prepared spaghetti sauce, 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained, 1 tablespoon italian seasoning, and more.

Yes, Hearty Meat Sauce Over Pearled Barley (Diabetic) falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Hearty Meat Sauce Over Pearled Barley (Diabetic)

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