Ingredients and Weight:
- Ground Turkey: 500g
- Spaghetti: 400g (cooked)
- Onion: 1 large, chopped
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Red Bell Pepper: 1, diced
- Tomato Sauce: 1 cup
- Chicken Broth: 1 cup
- Oregano: 1 tsp
- Salt: 1 tsp
- Black Pepper: 1/2 tsp
- Parmesan Cheese: 50g (optional)
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level: 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large pot, cook the ground turkey over medium heat until no longer pink. Break up the meat into small pieces as it cooks.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until the onion is soft.
- Stir in the diced red bell pepper and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Pour the tomato sauce and chicken broth into the pot, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add the cooked spaghetti and stir well to combine. Season with oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Top with parmesan cheese (if using) and serve immediately.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving - assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: Approx. 400-500 (depending on toppings)
Protein: 25-30g
Fat: 15-20g
Carbohydrates: 50-60g
Fiber: Approx. 5g
(Note: Nutritional information may vary based on specific ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- One-pot meal for easy preparation.
- Creative blend of ground turkey and spaghetti for a hearty and satisfying dish.
- American-style flavors with tomato sauce and spices.
User Comments:
- "This was a great way to use ground turkey in a different way! My family loved it."
- "The combination of spaghetti and ground turkey was unexpected but really good."
- "I added some extra spices to kick up the flavor - definitely a keeper!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use lean ground turkey to reduce fat content.
- Adjust seasoning according to personal preference.
- If desired, you can add other toppings such as olives, mushrooms, or cooked Italian sausage for additional flavor and texture.
