Pasta With Turkey Meatballs and Bocconcini (Everyday Food) Recipe

Name: Pasta With Turkey Meatballs and Bocconcini (Everyday Food)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: coarse salt and pepper; 34 lb ground turkey (93 percent lean, dark meat); ¼ cup plain breadcrumbs; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; ½ cup chopped fresh parsley; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved; 8 ounces orecchiette; 12 pint bocconcini (about 20 balls)

Servings: persons

coarse salt and pepper
34 lb ground turkey (93 percent lean, dark meat)
¼ cup plain breadcrumbs
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large egg, lightly beaten
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons butter
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
8 ounces orecchiette
12 pint bocconcini (about 20 balls)

1
Set a large pot of salted water to boil.
2
In a large bowl, combine turkey, breadcrumbs, garlic, egg,1/4 cup parsley, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; mix to combine.
3
Using a level 1-tablespoon measure for each, form mixture into meatballs (you should have about 24).
4
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high.
5
Add meatballs, and cook, turning occasionally, until browned all over, 5 to 7 minutes.
6
Add 1 1/2 cups water; simmer, stirring occasionally, until meatballs are cooked through and liquid is reduced to about 1/2 cup, 10 to 12 minutes.
7
Add tomatoes; cook until they begin to soften, about 1 minute.
8
Meanwhile, cook pasta in boiling water until al dente, according to package instructions.
9
Drain, return to pot, and place on the still-warm burner.
10
Add bocconcini, meatballs and sauce, remaining 1/4 cup parsley and remaining tablespoon butter.
11
Season with salt and pepper, and toss until combined.

6752

kcal

Calories

356

Fat

Carbs

856

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: coarse salt and pepper, 34 lb ground turkey (93 percent lean, dark meat), ¼ cup plain breadcrumbs, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Pasta With Turkey Meatballs and Bocconcini (Everyday Food) 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.

Pasta With Turkey Meatballs and Bocconcini (Everyday Food)

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