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Ultimate Turkey Spaghetti

Making it a hearty and comforting family dinner.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian, Pasta
Keyword: italian recipe, turkey spaghetti, ultimate turkey spaghetti
Servings: 4

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot
  • 1 Large Skillet

Ingredients

  • 8 oz spaghetti (or pasta of choice)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 4-5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 15 oz can tomato sauce
  • 1 6oz can tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt (plus more to taste)
  • 1/2-1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet or pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  • Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Break it apart with a spoon and cook for 6–7 minutes, or until fully browned and cooked through.
  • Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste. Add the minced garlic, oregano, basil, sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix well to combine.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and let the sauce simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and flavorful.
  • Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss until evenly coated. Let it cook together for 2–3 minutes to heat through. Remove from heat and allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Plate the turkey spaghetti and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

  • Don’t skip the simmer: Allowing the sauce to simmer develops deeper flavor and thickens it perfectly.
  • Season to taste: Adjust salt and red pepper flakes depending on your preference.
  • Make it ahead: This dish tastes even better the next day, making it great for meal prep or leftovers.

Nutrition

Calories: 435kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 364mg | Potassium: 681mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1180IU | Vitamin C: 65mg | Calcium: 76mg | Iron: 3mg