Ingredients
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- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium carrot, grated
- 28 oz canned whole or diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and grated carrot; cook until tender.
- Add ground turkey, breaking it apart, and cook until browned.
- Pour in canned tomatoes and tomato paste. Stir in oregano and basil; season with salt and pepper.
- Reduce heat and let the sauce simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Meanwhile, boil salted water in another pot. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
- Serve hot with optional fresh basil on top.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs for enhanced flavor.
- Substitute ground turkey for a lighter option or add spinach for extra nutrients.
- Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg