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Tuscan Pasta with Ground Turkey

Creamy Tuscan Pasta with Ground Turkey Your New Weeknight Favorite

Enjoy a delightful bowl of Tuscan Pasta with Ground Turkey, a comforting and high-protein weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds richness and is perfect for sautéing
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Lean, high-protein meat
  • 1 medium White Onion Diced; offers sweetness
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh preferred
  • ½ cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Chopped; bring rich flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Concentrates flavors
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Forms the flavorful base
  • 12 ounces Protein Pasta Or regular pasta
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Ties flavors together
  • ½ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust for taste
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Add richness
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream Creates a creamy sauce
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated for best flavor
For Extra Texture
  • 1 can White Beans Drained and rinsed; adds creaminess
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach Chopped; adds nutrients
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Shredded; for topping

Equipment

  • large deep skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat for about 1 minute.
  2. Add the diced onion and ground turkey. Cook for 5-6 minutes until browned.
  3. Stir in minced garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and tomato paste. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and add the pasta, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
  5. Lower heat to medium-low and let the pasta simmer for 10-12 minutes.
  6. Mix in the butter, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Stir for 2-3 minutes until creamy.
  7. Fold in the white beans and fresh spinach. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  8. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the top, cover, and let it sit for 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Customize with your favorite veggies.

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