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Turkey Meatballs with Whole Wheat Spaghetti and Tomato Sauce (Food Network Kitchens) Recipe

Turkey Meatballs with Whole Wheat Spaghetti and Tomato Sauce (Food Network Kitchens) Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

2 tbsp olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
3 celery ribs, chopped
1 red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded and chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (28-oz) can crushed tomatoes , with juices
kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 lb ground turkey
1 (10-oz) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed , excess moisture squeezed-out
1/2 cup quick-cooking (not instant) oatmeal
worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
12 oz whole wheat spaghetti (recommended : barilla plus)

Directions:

1. Bring a large pot of salted water up to boil for the pasta. Heat the oil in a skillet with lid, over medium-high heat. Add the onion, celery, and red pepper and cook, stirring often, until soft, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 1 minute longer. Transfer half of the vegetables to a large bowl.
2. Add the tomatoes to the skillet and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring often, until thick and pulpy, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a food processor and process until smooth (or use an immersion blender to puree). Return sauce to the pan. You should have about a quart of sauce.
3. Meanwhile, add the turkey, spinach, oatmeal, and parmesan to vegetables. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 2 dashes Worcestershire. Mix well and form into 12 large meatballs. (The meatballs can be made several hours in advance and kept covered in the refrigerator). Add the meatballs the sauce, cover and cook, turning once or twice, until meatballs are firm to the touch, about 10 minutes.
4. Cook pasta until al dente, about 12 minutes. Drain well and mix the pasta with about a third of the sauce. Divide evenly among 4 serving bowls and top with meatballs and additional sauce. Serve with grated Parmesan on top.
Calories: 758
Total Fat: 24 grams
Saturated Fat: 7 grams
Total Carbohydrates: 95 grams
Protein: 44 grams
Sodium: 948 milligrams
Cholesterol: 93 milligrams
Fiber: 18 grams

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	2859.84 Kcal (11974 kJ)
Calories from fat	747.31 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	83.03g	128%
Cholesterol	377.07mg	126%
Sodium	2481.32mg	103%
Potassium	3143.38mg	67%
Total Carbs	353.28g	118%
Sugars	28.76g	115%
Dietary Fiber	15.99g	64%
Protein	193.48g	387%
Vitamin C	145.7mg	243%
Vitamin A	3.2mg	108%
Iron	73.8mg	410%
Calcium	1335.4mg	134%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	174.5 Kcal (731 kJ)
Calories from fat	45.6 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	5.07g	128%
Cholesterol	23.01mg	126%
Sodium	151.41mg	103%
Potassium	191.8mg	67%
Total Carbs	21.56g	118%
Sugars	1.76g	115%
Dietary Fiber	0.98g	64%
Protein	11.81g	387%
Vitamin C	8.9mg	243%
Vitamin A	0.2mg	108%
Iron	4.5mg	410%
Calcium	81.5mg	134%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Find out how many calories should you eat.

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