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Spaghetti with Turkey Meatballs and Marinara

30 min5 servings๐Ÿณ 1 panPicky-eater safe bet: plain noodles$15.50510 cal ยท 32g protein

Ingredients

  • ground turkey1ยฝ lb
  • spaghetti pasta1 lb
  • marinara sauce2 jars
  • breadcrumbs1/3 cup
  • parmesan cheese1/4 cup
  • egg1
  • salt and pepper1 set

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to boil for pasta. Mix ground turkey, breadcrumbs, parmesan, egg, salt, and pepper. Roll into 15 meatballs.

  2. 2

    Add meatballs to a dry skillet over medium-high heat and brown on all sides, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a plate.

  3. 3

    Add pasta to boiling water and cook until al dente, about 9 minutes.

  4. 4

    In a large sauce pot, warm marinara sauce, then add meatballs and simmer for 3 minutes.

  5. 5

    Drain pasta and serve with meatballs and marinara sauce on top; kids can mix or eat plain pasta with sauce on the side.

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