Ground Turkey Pasta
A quick and satisfying meal combining tender pasta with seasoned ground turkey in a creamy tomato sauce.
Equipment
- Pot
- Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
- 8 oz. medium dried pasta shells
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion minced
- 1 tsp. salt separated
- 5 cloves garlic peeled and minced
- 1 lb. ground turkey
- 3 Tbsp. homemade Italian seasoning
- 15 oz. canned tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup starchy pasta water
- 3 Tbsp. tomato paste
- 2 tsp. anchovy paste optional for added umami
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of starchy pasta water before draining.
- Rinse the pasta under cold water briefly to stop the cooking process, then set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced onion and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add ground turkey to the skillet, seasoning with Italian seasoning. Cook until nearly done, with a few bits of pink remaining.
- Pour in the tomato sauce and reserved starchy pasta water. Stir in tomato paste and optional anchovy paste. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 4-6 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream until smooth and creamy.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat and heat through.
- Serve topped with grated parmesan cheese and fresh chopped parsley.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.