Ground Turkey Pasta
A delicious and hearty ground turkey pasta dish, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special gathering, featuring tender pasta, aromatic vegetables, and a rich, creamy sauce.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 12 oz medium shell pasta (or pasta of choice)
Meat
- 1 lb ground turkey Choose lean ground turkey for a healthier option.
Vegetables
- 2 Tbsp olive oil Divided into two tablespoons for cooking.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 large red bell pepper, diced small
- 4 oz white mushrooms, thinly sliced or diced small
- 1/2 large white onion, diced
Seasonings and Sauces
- 1 tsp salt Taste and add more as desired.
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour Use to thicken the sauce.
- 2 cups beef broth (or chicken broth)
- 1 15 oz can tomato sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream Can be substituted with light alternatives.
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated Adjust to taste.
Garnish
- Fresh basil Optional for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by boiling a pot of water with a pinch of salt and cook the pasta according to the package instructions, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground turkey, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned. Drain excess fat and set aside.
- Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the pot. Sauté garlic, red bell pepper, mushrooms, and onion for about 5 minutes until tender. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Cooking
- Whisk in the all-purpose flour with the sautéed vegetables to thicken the sauce.
- Pour in beef broth and tomato sauce, stirring to combine, and let simmer.
- Add cooked ground turkey back to the pot and mix.
- Stir in pasta, cream, and Parmesan cheese. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Allow the mixture to simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Garnish with fresh basil and additional Parmesan before serving.
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Notes
This dish can be stored in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Allow cooling before transferring to an airtight container.