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Penne Pasta with Turkey Meatballs and Marinara

36 min10 servings๐Ÿณ 1 panPicky-eater safe bet: plain noodles$40.52540 cal ยท 36g protein

Ingredients

  • ground turkey4 lb
  • penne pasta2 1/4 lb
  • marinara sauce5 jars
  • panko breadcrumbs1 1/4 cup
  • egg3 large
  • parmesan cheese1 1/4 cup

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix ground turkey with breadcrumbs, egg, and half the parmesan; roll into 20 meatballs.

  2. 2

    Bring a large pot of salted water to boil, add pasta, cook 10 minutes until al dente.

  3. 3

    While pasta cooks, brown meatballs in a skillet over medium-high heat for 8 minutes, then add marinara sauce.

  4. 4

    Drain pasta, toss with meatballs and sauce, top with remaining parmesan and serve.

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