Spaghetti And Turkey Meatballs In Tomato Sauce

Name: Spaghetti And Turkey Meatballs In Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound ground lean turkey meat; 3/4 cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, divided; 1/4 cup chopped parsley, plus more for garnish; 1/4 cup fresh whole-wheat breadcrumbs (from 1 slice whole-wheat bread); 1 egg, beaten; 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided; 1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 small onion, minced (1 cup); 2 cloves minced garlic; 1 (26-ounce) can low-sodium crushed tomatoes; 1 cup canned pinto beans, rinsed and drained; 1/2 pound whole-wheat spaghetti, cooked according to package directions and kept warm

Servings: persons

1 pound ground lean turkey meat
3/4 cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, divided
1/4 cup chopped parsley, plus more for garnish
1/4 cup fresh whole-wheat breadcrumbs (from 1 slice whole-wheat bread)
1 egg, beaten
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, minced (1 cup)
2 cloves minced garlic
1 (26-ounce) can low-sodium crushed tomatoes
1 cup canned pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 pound whole-wheat spaghetti, cooked according to package directions and kept warm

1
Combine turkey, 1/2 cup cheese, parsley, breadcrumbs, egg, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a bowl, and form into 15 meatballs. Place meatballs on a plate and reserve.
2
Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook until soft, 5 minutes. Add garlic, and cook an additional 2 minutes.
3
Add tomatoes, beans, and remaining salt and pepper; bring to a boil.
4
Add meatballs; return to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer on low heat until meatballs are cooked through and sauce has thickened, 15 minutes.
5
Divide spaghetti among 5 bowls, then divide meatballs and sauce among bowls. Garnish with additional parsley and remaining 1/4 cup cheese.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound ground lean turkey meat, 3/4 cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, divided, 1/4 cup chopped parsley, plus more for garnish, 1/4 cup fresh whole-wheat breadcrumbs (from 1 slice whole-wheat bread), and more.

Yes, Spaghetti And Turkey Meatballs In Tomato Sauce 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!