Description
A hearty and flavorful ground turkey pasta that transforms weeknight dinners into delightful gatherings. Quick to prepare, this dish is a family favorite bursting with savory goodness.
Ingredients
- Ground Turkey: 1 pound (lean)
- Pasta: 8 ounces (spaghetti or penne)
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons (extra virgin)
- Garlic: 4 cloves (minced)
- Onion: 1 medium (chopped)
- Canned Diced Tomatoes: 1 can (14.5 ounces, low-sodium)
- Italian Seasoning: 2 teaspoons
- Fresh Basil: 1/4 cup (chopped)
Instructions
- 1. Sauté the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, stirring until translucent and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
- 2. Brown the Turkey: Add ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned and no longer pink, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks, about 5 minutes.
- 3. Add Tomatoes and Seasonings: Stir in canned diced tomatoes along with Italian seasoning. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- 4. Cook Your Pasta: While the sauce simmers, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving some pasta water if needed.
- 5. Combine Everything: Add drained pasta directly into the skillet with the turkey mixture and toss gently until well combined, adding reserved pasta water if necessary for creaminess.
- 6. Serve It Up! Transfer to plates or bowls and garnish with freshly chopped basil for an aromatic finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg