Turkey Meatballs Pasta
Calories: 3
Adjust Servings Here: 6 servings
Description
This turkey meatball recipe features juicy, flavorful meatballs cooked in a savory tomato sauce, served over al dente penne pasta. The combination of lean ground turkey, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and herbs creates a delicious and wholesome dish that’s perfect for a family dinner or entertaining guests. Serve these turkey meatballs over pasta for a comforting and satisfying meal that’s sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
For the meatballs
- 1 lb (450 g) Ground turkey
- ½ cup (54 g) Breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup (25 g) Grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup Chopped parsley
- 1 large Egg
- 2 large Garlic cloves minced or (¼ tsp garlic powder)
- ½ tsp Salt to taste
- ½ tsp Black pepper powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
For the tomato sauce
- 28 oz (790 g) canned Crushed tomatoes
- 1 small Onion minced
- 2 large Garlic cloves minced
- ½ tsp Dried basil or 1 fresh sprig
- ½ tsp Dried oregano
- ½ tsp Kosher salt to taste
- ½ tsp Black pepper powder
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil (optional)
For serving
- 1 lb (450 g) Penne pasta
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Make meatballs - In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined. Shape the mixture into meatballs about 1 inch in diameter.1 lb Ground turkey, 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup Chopped parsley, 1 large Egg, 2 large Garlic cloves , ½ tsp Salt, ½ tsp Black pepper powder
- Cook meatballs - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.2 tbsp olive oil, 1 small Onion
- Saute - In the same skillet, sauté the onions until translucent. Add the garlic, crushed tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.28 oz canned Crushed tomatoes, 2 large Garlic cloves, ½ tsp Dried basil, ½ tsp Dried oregano, ½ tsp Kosher salt, ½ tsp Black pepper powder, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil (optional)
- Meatballs - Return the meatballs to the skillet and simmer for another 10-15 minutes, until the meatballs are cooked and the sauce thickens.
- Pasta - While the meatballs are simmering, cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Drain the pasta and return it to the pot.1 lb Penne pasta
- Serve the meatballs and sauce over the cooked penne pasta. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley. Enjoy!Grated Parmesan cheese, Chopped fresh parsley
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