Spaghetti and Meatballs
Kasey
ingredients
- 6 Portions extra lean ground turkey (about 1 1/2 pounds)
- 2 Egg whites
- 1/2 Cup dry breadcrumbs
- 1/4 Cup water
- 1/2 Onion, finely chopped
- 2 Cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 Cup fresh parsley, minced
- 2 Teaspoons dried basil
- 1 Teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3 Cups low-fat marinara pasta sauce
- 6 Portions spaghetti (about 12 ounces uncooked)
- 1/4 Cup reduced fat Parmesan cheese
directions
- 1
Preheat the oven broiler.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine turkey, egg whites, breadcrumbs, water, onion, garlic, parsley, basil and black pepper. Mix ingredients thoroughly and then shape into 1 1/2-inch diameter meatballs.
- 3
Arrange meatballs on a baking sheet and place under broiler for 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally until they are browned on all sides.
- 4
In a large saucepan, combine pasta sauce and cooked meatballs. Simmer over low heat until warmed thoroughly, about 20 minutes.
- 5
While the pasta sauce is simmering, prepare spaghetti according to its package directions.
- 6
Place a portion of spaghetti on each plate, cover with a portion of meatballs and pasta sauce, then top with Parmesan cheese. Serve and enjoy!
Source: Eating for Life
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