Turkey Bolognese with Penne

Name: Turkey Bolognese with Penne
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 pound ground turkey; 0.75 cup chopped carrots; 0.5 cup chopped onion; 0.5 cup chopped celery; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon ground thyme; 1 pinch red pepper flakes; 0.25 cup dry white wine; 2 cups tomato sauce; 0.5 cup tomato juice; 2 tablespoons dried parsley; 1 (8 ounce) package penne pasta; 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese; salt and ground black pepper to taste

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This ground turkey Bolognese with penne pasta is a very surprising and hearty meal. This recipe is packed with flavor.

Recipe by TCmofo

Updated on June 9, 2022

Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

35 mins

Total Time:

50 mins

Servings:

6

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound ground turkey
¾ cup chopped carrots
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup chopped celery
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ground thyme
1 pinch red pepper flakes
¼ cup dry white wine
2 cups tomato sauce
½ cup tomato juice
2 tablespoons dried parsley
1 (8 ounce) package penne pasta
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add ground turkey and cook until well browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Add carrots, onion, celery, garlic, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Cook and stir until vegetables are tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain and discard grease, if necessary. Add white wine; cook and stir until almost completely evaporated, about 5 minutes. Add tomato sauce, tomato juice, and parsley. Reduce heat and simmer until sauce reaches a thick consistency, about 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and return to the pot. Add the sauce and Parmesan cheese; mix well. Season with salt and pepper.

Cook's Notes:

You can substitute ground chicken or beef for ground turkey.

If you do not have tomato juice on hand, pour 1/2 cup water into tomato sauce can/jar, shake or swirl, and you've got your tomato juice!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

365	Calories
13g	Fat
38g	Carbs
24g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 365
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13g	17%
Saturated Fat 4g	18%
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 678mg	29%
Total Carbohydrate 38g	14%
Dietary Fiber 4g	14%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 24g
Vitamin C 13mg	67%
Calcium 146mg	11%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 681mg	14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.