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Tuscan Pasta with Ground Turkey

Delicious Tuscan Pasta with Ground Turkey in One Pot

This Tuscan Pasta with Ground Turkey combines flavorful ingredients and wholesome nutrition for a satisfying dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Substitutable with ground chicken
  • 12 ounces Protein Pasta Regular pasta can be used if preferred
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese For topping
For the Extras
  • 1 can White Beans Rinsed
  • 3 cups Fresh Spinach

Equipment

  • large deep skillet

Method
 

Steps
  1. Warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 diced onion and 1 pound of ground turkey, stirring frequently for about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 4 cloves of minced garlic, 1/2 cup of sun-dried tomatoes, and 2 tablespoons of tomato paste. Sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth, then add 12 ounces of uncooked protein pasta, 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook the pasta for 10-12 minutes or until al dente.
  6. Mix in 2 tablespoons of butter, 1 cup of heavy cream, and 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until creamy.
  7. Gently fold in 1 can of rinsed white beans and 3 cups of fresh spinach.
  8. Sprinkle 1 cup of mozzarella cheese on top, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best flavor, toast the tomato paste before adding liquids and rinse beans thoroughly before use.

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