Spaghetti and Turkey Meatballs โ€” FamilyPlate recipe๐Ÿ

Spaghetti and Turkey Meatballs

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Spaghetti topped with savory turkey meatballs in marinara sauce.

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Italian
๐Ÿ‘ถ Kid Friendly

โœจ Created by a FamilyPlate user

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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Difficulty
medium
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Meal Type
dinner
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Cooking Style
Kid-Friendly

Nutrition (per serving)

550kcal
Calories
30g
Protein
65g
Carbs
18g
Fat

Ingredients

  • โ€ข12 oz spaghetti
  • โ€ข1 lb ground turkey
  • โ€ข1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • โ€ข1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • โ€ข1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • โ€ข1 large egg
  • โ€ข2 cloves garlic, minced
  • โ€ข1 tsp onion powder
  • โ€ข1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • โ€ข1/2 tsp salt
  • โ€ข1/4 tsp black pepper
  • โ€ข2 cups marinara sauce
  • โ€ข2 tbsp olive oil
  • โ€ขParmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

  3. 3

    Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.

  4. 4

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until browned on all sides and cooked through.

  5. 5

    Pour marinara sauce over the meatballs in the skillet. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

  6. 6

    Serve the meatballs and sauce over the cooked spaghetti. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.

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