TURKEY RAGù WITH PASTA

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Categories     Pasta     Tomato     turkey     Low Fat     Kid-Friendly     Back to School     Gourmet     Small Plates

Yield Serves 6 as a main course

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 medium onion
2 carrots
1 celery rib
1 red bell pepper
3 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon unsalted butter
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 pound lean ground turkey
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
1/2 cup dry red wine
two 14-ounce cans crushed tomatoes in thick purée
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 3/4 cups beef broth (14 fluid ounces)
2 pinches cinnamon, or to taste
1 pound dried spiral-shaped pasta such as fusilli (long spiral spaghetti)

Steps:

  • Finely chop onion, carrots, celery, and bell pepper. Mince garlic.
  • In a large heavy non-stick skillet melt butter with oil over moderate heat until foam subsides and cook turkey, stirring and breaking up lumps, until just cooked through, about 3 minutes. With a slotted spoon transfer turkey to a bowl and in fat remaining in skillet cook chopped vegetables, garlic, rosemary, oregano, and salt and pepper to taste over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are just softened, about 4 minutes. Add wine and cook until most of liquid is evaporated. Stir in 1 can tomatoes with purée, tomato paste, broth, and cinnamon and simmer 15 minutes. Add turkey with any juices in bowl and remaining can tomatoes with purée and simmer, stirring, 15 minutes. Season sauce with salt and pepper and keep warm, covered. Sauce may be made 1 day ahead and cooled, uncovered, before being chilled, covered. Reheat sauce over low heat.
  • Fill a 6-quart kettle three fourths full with salted water and bring to a boil for pasta. Cook pasta in boiling water until al dente. Drain pasta in a colander and in a serving bowl toss pasta with sauce.

Abdulfatah Kontoma
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This was a great recipe! The turkey rag was flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


FF EMON
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The turkey rag was flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Xema
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I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The turkey rag was flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Roan Lee
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This recipe is a winner! The turkey rag is delicious and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I highly recommend it.


Imemontel Akikazi
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I love this recipe! The turkey rag is so flavorful and the pasta is always cooked perfectly. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family.


Taim Islam
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The turkey rag is flavorful and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I topped it with some Parmesan cheese and it was delicious.


Keasha Page
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this dish. The turkey rag was rich and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


yassxx14 41xxssay
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This recipe is a keeper! The turkey rag is delicious and the pasta is the perfect accompaniment. I love that it's a one-pot dish, so cleanup is a breeze.


Sherrykhan Khan21
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a winner. The turkey rag is so flavorful and the pasta is always cooked perfectly. It's a great meal for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.


Lehlohonolo Mpinga
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The turkey was moist and tender, and the sauce was packed with flavor. I served it over pasta and it was a hit with my family.


Swaib Banks
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I'm not usually a fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The turkey was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and rich. The pasta was a great addition, and the whole dish came together beautifully.


Chris Warnecke
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I made this dish last night and it was a real crowd-pleaser. My family loved the savory flavors of the turkey and the tender pasta. The sauce was especially delicious, with a great balance of spices. I'll definitely be making this again soon.


Abdul Hafeez
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This turkey rag with pasta was an absolute delight! The flavors were incredibly rich and complex, with the turkey and the vegetables melding together perfectly. The pasta was cooked to perfection, and the sauce was thick and flavorful. I highly recom