Turkey Bolognese with Shell Pasta
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Serves4 (2 cups each)
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Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 12 ounces turkey, lean, ground
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces pasta shells, uncooked
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1/2 cup celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons tomato paste, no salt added
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, grated
Directions
- Heat 3 quarts of water in a large saucepan over high heat and bring to a boil.
- While water is heating to a boil, heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add turkey, sprinkle with salt, and cook 5-7 minutes until browned. Stir occasionally.
- When water boils, add pasta and cook to al dente per package directions, usually 10-12 minutes. Drain pasta when cooked.
- Add onions, carrots, celery to the skillet with turkey, and cook 8-10 minutes until soft, but not browned.
- Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant. Add tomato paste and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Add pasta to turkey mixture, and stir to blend.
- Serve hot and top with parmesan cheese.
Recipe Tips
Use any type of ground meat in place of ground beef, such as turkey, pork, or chicken.
Cook sauce to reach internal temperature of 165 degrees F before adding pasta.
Use any type of pasta on hand.
Nutrition Facts
Turkey Bolognese with Shell Pasta
Amount Per Serving
Calories 437
Calories from Fat 103
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 11.4g
18%
Saturated Fat 3.6g
18%
Cholesterol 67mg
22%
Sodium 419mg
17%
Potassium 709mg
20%
Total Carbohydrates 55g
18%
Dietary Fiber 4.6g
18%
Protein 28g
56%
Vitamin A
107%
Vitamin C
17%
Vitamin D0%
Calcium
14%
Iron
20%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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