Turkey Meatballs in Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Turkey Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup plain dried bread crumbs; 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley; 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; 2 tablespoons whole milk; 3/4 cup grated Romano cheese; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 pound ground turkey, preferably dark meat; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 5 cups Marinara Sauce (page 59)

Servings: persons

1/4 cup plain dried bread crumbs
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons whole milk
3/4 cup grated Romano cheese
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound ground turkey, preferably dark meat
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
5 cups Marinara Sauce (page 59)

1
In a large bowl, stir together the bread crumbs, parsley, eggs, milk, 1/2 cup of the cheese, and the salt and pepper.
2
Add the turkey and gently stir to combine, being careful not to overwork the meat.
3
Shape the meat mixture into bite-size balls.
4
In a large skillet, heat the oil over a medium-high flame.
5
Working in batches, add the meatballs and cook without moving or turning the meatballs until brown on the bottom, about 3 minutes.
6
Turn the meatballs over and brown the other side, about 3 minutes longer.
7
Continue to cook until all the sides are golden brown.
8
Add the marinara sauce and bring to a boil.
9
Reduce the heat and simmer until the flavors blend, about 5 minutes.
10
(The meatballs can be made up to this point 1 day ahead.
11
Cool, then cover and refrigerate.
12
Rewarm before continuing.)
13
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the meatballs to a serving bowl.
14
Sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup of cheese.
15
Place the cooked pasta in the skillet with the remaining sauce and toss to coat.
16
Transfer the pasta to a separate large serving bowl, and serve with the meatballs.

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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: 1/4 cup plain dried bread crumbs, 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley, 2 large eggs, lightly beaten, 2 tablespoons whole milk, and more.

Yes, Turkey Meatballs in Tomato Sauce 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.

Turkey Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

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