Turkey Meatballs And Pasta In Cream Sauce Recipe

Name: Turkey Meatballs And Pasta In Cream Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup scallions, finely minced and divided; 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, divided; 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, divided; 8 ounces white or shiitake mushrooms, sliced; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 1/2 cups chicken broth; 1/4 cup fine, dry breadcrumbs; 1/3 cup milk; 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided, plus more for serving; 1 large egg; 1 pound ground turkey; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tablespoons minced fresh flat-leaf parsley; 2/3 cup heavy cream; 1 pound dried pasta, such as rotini, cooked according to package directions

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup scallions, finely minced and divided
1 1/4 teaspoons salt, divided
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, divided
8 ounces white or shiitake mushrooms, sliced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup fine, dry breadcrumbs
1/3 cup milk
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided, plus more for serving
1 large egg
1 pound ground turkey
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
2/3 cup heavy cream
1 pound dried pasta, such as rotini, cooked according to package directions

1
Heat oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup scallions, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and mushrooms, and cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes. Add flour, and cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes more. Add broth; cover and simmer 10 minutes.
2
Combine breadcrumbs and milk in a small bowl, and let soak 10 minutes. Combine 1/2 cup Parmesan, remaining 1/2 cup scallions, remaining 1 teaspoon salt, remaining 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and next 4 ingredients in a separate bowl. Stir in breadcrumb mixture, and form into 1 1/2-inch meatballs.
3
Add meatballs to sauce; cover and simmer 20 minutes more. Add cream, and return to a simmer. Add remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan, and stir until sauce is slightly thickened.
4
Add drained cooked pasta and sauce to pot, and toss gently to combine. Serve with additional Parmesan.

1394

kcal

Calories

Fat

116

Carbs

107

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 cup scallions, finely minced and divided, 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, divided, 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, divided, and more.

Yes, Turkey Meatballs And Pasta In Cream 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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Turkey Meatballs And Pasta In Cream Sauce

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