Spaghetti with Turkey Meatballs and Quick Tomato Sa

Name: Spaghetti with Turkey Meatballs and Quick Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces ground turkey; 4 ounces turkey sausage, casings removed, crumbled; 6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese; 4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 cup chopped onion; 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes; 10 ounces spaghetti

Servings: persons

12 ounces ground turkey
4 ounces turkey sausage, casings removed, crumbled
6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
10 ounces spaghetti

1
Mix turkey, sausage, 4 tablespoons cheese, 2 tablespoons parsley, 2 garlic cloves, thyme, salt and pepper in medium bowl.
2
Using moistened hands, form mixture into 1-inch balls.
3
Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat.
4
Add onion; saute 5 minutes.
5
Add 2 garlic cloves; stir 1 minute.
6
Add tomatoes; bring to boil.
7
Reduce heat to medium and simmer until sauce thickens slightly, about 12 minutes.
8
Season with salt and pepper.
9
Add meatballs to sauce.
10
Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer until meatballs are cooked through, about 15 minutes.
11
Meanwhile, cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite.
12
Drain pasta; return to pot.
13
Add some of sauce to pasta and toss to coat.
14
Transfer pasta to bowl; top with meatballs and remaining sauce.
15
Sprinkle with remaining parsley and cheese.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces ground turkey, 4 ounces turkey sausage, casings removed, crumbled, 6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, 4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, and more.

Yes, Spaghetti with Turkey Meatballs and Quick 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.

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Spaghetti with Turkey Meatballs and Quick Tomato Sauce

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