Zwina Turkey and Vegetable Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

Name: Zwina Turkey and Vegetable Spaghetti Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (20 7/8 ounce) package ground turkey breast; 1 (45 ounce) bottleragu traditional spaghetti sauce (any will do, I prefer Ragu for it's 'plain-ness.'); 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice (I use one with basil, garlic and oregano); 1 (28 ounce) cancrushed Italian plum tomatoes; 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced; 2 onions, diced; 1 small eggplant, slice thinly into half moons; 1 small zucchini, slice thinly into half moons; 1 -1 ½ cup carrot, diced or, julienned; 2 celery ribs, diced; 4 -6 garlic cloves, minced; 1 red bell pepper, diced (optional); 2 teaspoons mixed Italian herbs; 4 tablespoons olive oil; 2 teaspoons olive oil; salt; pepper

Servings: persons

1 (20 7/8 ounce) package ground turkey breast
1 (45 ounce) bottleragu traditional spaghetti sauce (any will do, I prefer Ragu for it's 'plain-ness.')
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice (I use one with basil, garlic and oregano)
1 (28 ounce) cancrushed Italian plum tomatoes
8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
2 onions, diced
1 small eggplant, slice thinly into half moons
1 small zucchini, slice thinly into half moons
1 -1 ½ cup carrot, diced or, julienned
2 celery ribs, diced
4 -6 garlic cloves, minced
1 red bell pepper, diced (optional)
2 teaspoons mixed Italian herbs
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons olive oil
salt
pepper

1
Brown turkey quickly in 2 teaspoons olive oil and place in a large stock pot.
2
Do not drain if any juices are left.
3
In 1 tablespoons olive oil brown mushrooms and add to pot.
4
In 2 tablespoons olive oil lightly brown eggplant and zucchini and add to pot.
5
In 2 tablespoons olive oil saute onions, carrots, celery and bell pepper if using until just beginning to soften.
6
Add to pot.
7
Add remaining ingredients to the stock pot and bring to just under the boil.
8
Reduce heat to low and cover.
9
Simmer on low a minimum of 2 hours.
10
Servings are a guestimate as we all use a different amount of sauce.
11
Should you think it is more or less, please let me know and I will average the numbers.

420

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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

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.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (20 7/8 ounce) package ground turkey breast, 1 (45 ounce) bottleragu traditional spaghetti sauce (any will do, I prefer Ragu for it's 'plain-ness.'), 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice (I use one with basil, garlic and oregano), 1 (28 ounce) cancrushed Italian plum tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Zwina Turkey and Vegetable Spaghetti 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!

Zwina Turkey and Vegetable Spaghetti Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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