"The combination of the herbs and red wine make for such a bountiful and refreshing dish. Opting for the turkey products is a very figure-friendly choice and using the lemon juice and zest in the meatballs also brings such a light zing to your mouth...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 Tbs. olive oil
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4 pieces turkey bacon, diced
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4 carrots, chopped
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3 celery stalks (with leafy parts), chopped
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1/2 onion, diced
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6 cloves garlic, roasted
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2 bay leaves
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1 Tbs. fresh thyme, minced
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1 Tbs. fresh rosemary, minced
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1/4 C. red wine, preferably cabernet
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1 lg. can diced tomatoes(with liquid)
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1 can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
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2 C. gnocchi, store-bought or hand-made
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4 C. chicken broth
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salt and pepper, to taste
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1/4 C. fresh parsley, minced
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meatball recipe
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1 1/2 lb. ground turkey
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1 egg
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salt and pepper, to taste
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1/4 tsp. red pepper flake
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1 Tbs. fresh rosemary, minced
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1 Tbs. fresh thyme, minced
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1/4 C. grated parmesan cheese
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1 lemon, juiced and zested