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Turkey Meatballs & Spinach Pasta by Shelley     Print this Recipe

Comments

"Plainville Farms turkey burger is the best turkey burger I have ever tried. It does not have an aftertaste and it cooks up very lean. My whole family was very impressed!" (Shelley, mom of 2)

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Equipment

Skillet, saucepan, mixing bowl

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

20 min

Number of Servings

4-6 or more depending on ages

Instructions

  1. Frozen chopped spinach (organic!)

    Thaw and squeeze out liquid. Add 1/3 package to mixing bowl.
  2. 1 lb Plainville Farms Ground Turkey

  3. 1 egg and 1 egg white (or 2 eggs)

  4. 1/3 cup whole grain bread crumbs

  5. 1 tsp dry Italian seasoning

  6. 1 tsp minced garlic

    Add turkey, eggs, garlic, Italian seasoning, and bread crumbs to spinach. Mix well and form into small meatballs.
  7. 1 Tbs olive oil

    Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook until browned and thoroughly cooked.
  8. 1 package spinach pasta

    Cook according to package directions and drain. Divide into serving bowls.
  9. 1 large tomato, chopped

  10. 1/3 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese

  11. Fresh basil leaves

    Top pasta with tomatoes, meatballs, cheese, and fresh basil. Serve warm and enjoy!

Options

Cook meatballs in the oven for 15-20 minutes. Try rolled oats in place of bread crumbs or make your own bread crumbs.

Grocery List

  • Spinach pasta (Shelley used Deboles)
  • Frozen chopped spinach (organic)
  • Fresh basil
  • Fresh garlic
  • Tomato
  • Parmesan cheese
  • Plainville Farms Ground Turkey
  • Whole grain bread crumbs
  • Eggs

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