healthy spaghetti bolognese

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29 Pinches
worcester, MA
Updated on Nov 29, 2011

I make this bolognese sauce w/ ground turkey breast to make it healthier than its meatier version. And I use Ronzoni healthy harvest spaghetti for an extra healthy value. Serve w/ homemade garlic bread, YUM!

prep time 15 Min
cook time 30 Min
method ---
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 medium carrots, chopped, about 1 cup
  • 1 - onion, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 pound ground turkey breast
  • 1 - 28 oz can whole peeled tomatoes
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1/4 cup italian-style tomato paste
  • 8 ounces ronzoni healthy harvest spaghetti
  • 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
  • - fresh basil leaves for garnish

How To Make healthy spaghetti bolognese

  • Step 1
    In lg skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add carrots, onion, garlic, dried basil, salt & pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally until carrots are tender.
  • Step 2
    Add ground turkey to skillet. Cook, stirring until browned. Add tomatoes w/ their juices, water, tomato paste and another 1/3 cup water. Using a wooden spoon, break up tomatoes.
  • Step 3
    Cover and cook over med-high heat. Bring to boil. Then reduce heat to medium. Simmer until sauce has thickened, about 20 mins. Cook pasta as directed, drain. Toss pasta w/ sauce. Sprinkle w/ parmesan cheese. Garnish w/ basil leaves.

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Category: Turkey
Category: Pasta
Culture: Italian
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