SPAGHETTI WITH TURKEY MEATBALLS

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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 slices white bread, crust removed and torn into small shreds
1/4 cup whole milk
3/4 pound ground turkey (recommended: 93 percent lean dark meat)
1/2 pound Italian turkey sausage, casing removed
1/4 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley leaves
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Vegetable oil, for pan-frying
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoons red pepper flakes
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes, in thick puree
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon sugar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound spaghetti, cooked al dente

Steps:

  • For the meatballs: Preheat vegetable oil over medium heat.
  • In a medium bowl, soak the torn white bread with the milk. Let soak for 1minute then remove the bread and squeeze out the excess milk.
  • In another bowl, add ground turkey, turkey sausage, Parmesan, parsley, garlic and salt and pepper. Add milk soaked bread and mix all ingredients gently. Form meat mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs.
  • In a large heavy skillet, add meatballs and cook until golden brown on all sides. Remove the meatballs to a paper towel lined platter. Repeat in batches until there are no remaining meatballs. Add meatballs to the cooked sauce and add salt and pepper, to taste. Cook for 10 minutes.
  • For the sauce: Heat olive oil in a large heavy bottomed saucepan. Add garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until fragrant. Add crushed tomatoes and let simmer for 15 minutes. Add dried basil, sugar, salt and pepper.
  • Toss spaghetti and sauce with meatballs in a large serving bowl. Top with grated Parmesan cheese.

sxcvzu
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I love that this recipe can be made in advance. I often make the meatballs and sauce on the weekend, and then I just cook the spaghetti when I'm ready to serve. It's a great way to save time during the week.


Nenad Nikolic
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This recipe is very affordable, especially if you use ground turkey. I was able to make a large batch of spaghetti and meatballs for less than $20. It's a great way to feed a crowd on a budget.


Jeff Shilts
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I made this recipe for a party, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the meatballs and the sauce. I even had people asking for the recipe. This is definitely a keeper!


Michael Marty
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My husband and I really enjoyed this recipe. The meatballs were moist and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. We served it with a side of garlic bread and a salad. It was a perfect meal for a weeknight dinner.


Hasnain Abbain
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I'm a vegetarian, so I made this recipe with veggie meatballs instead of turkey meatballs. It was still really good! The sauce was flavorful and the spaghetti was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Rhylee Evans
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This was my first time making spaghetti and meatballs, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow, and the meatballs were delicious. I did have a little trouble getting the spaghetti to cook evenly, but I think that was just a matter of p


Kara Rauch
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I found that browning the meatballs in a skillet before adding them to the sauce really helped to develop their flavor. I also added a tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce to the sauce for a richer flavor.


Trae Dawson
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This spaghetti and turkey meatballs recipe is a staple in our household. My kids absolutely love it, and it's always a hit when I serve it to guests. The meatballs are so moist and flavorful, and the sauce is perfectly seasoned. I love that it's a re


nour atwi
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I'm a big fan of one-pot meals, so I was thrilled to find this recipe. It was so easy to make, and I only had to dirty one pot! The meatballs and spaghetti cooked perfectly in the sauce, and the flavors were amazing. This is definitely a recipe I'll


Afran Nisu
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I love spicy food, so I added a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meatballs and sauce. It gave the dish a nice kick without being overpowering. I also served it with a side of grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil. This dish was a hit with my family


Abdur Rohim Anik
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I'm always trying to make healthier choices for my family, so I was excited to try this recipe. I was pleasantly surprised to find that the turkey meatballs were just as flavorful as traditional beef meatballs, and the spaghetti was cooked perfectly.


Stavros Ioakimidis
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As a busy working mom, I'm always looking for quick and easy recipes that my family will love. This spaghetti and turkey meatballs recipe fit the bill perfectly! It was so easy to make, and it was ready in no time. My kids loved the meatballs, and my


Promise Promise
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I've tried many turkey meatball recipes, but this one is by far the best. The meatballs were incredibly moist and tender, and the spaghetti was cooked al dente. I especially appreciated the fact that the recipe included a homemade tomato sauce. It wa


Kk Boy
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This spaghetti and turkey meatballs recipe is a total game-changer! The meatballs were juicy and flavorful, and the spaghetti was cooked perfectly. I loved the addition of the Parmesan cheese and fresh basil, which really brought the dish together. I


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