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Spaghetti With Turkey Meatballs
Spaghetti With Turkey Meatballs
To make meatballs that are moist and tender, avoid using very lean ground turkey.
1. Make the sauce: In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic, and cook
about 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes, oregano, and thyme, and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a
boil, lower heat, and simmer, covered, 20 to 25 minutes.
2. Make the meatballs: In a large bowl, whisk together egg, milk, 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, and 1/4
teaspoon pepper with a fork. Stir in onion, breadcrumbs, cheese, and parsley. Add turkey, and mix
until combined. Form mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls.
3. Add meatballs to skillet, and spoon sauce over to coat. Place over medium heat until meatballs
are just cooked through, about 8 minutes.
4. Cook spaghetti until al dente according to package instructions, about 12 minutes. Drain pasta,
transfer to skillet, and toss gently with the sauce. Serve with more Parmesan.
Note: Keeping your hands wet when forming meatballs will prevent the meat from sticking, making
the task much easier.