Turkey Meatballs Arrabbiata

Total Time: 35 mins Cook Time: 35 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 2 tablespoons pure olive oil
• 1/2 cup sweet onion, finely diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon hot pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 (796 ml) cans diced tomatoes
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano leaves
• 1/2 cup chicken broth (30% less sodium)
• 0.5 (280 g) package frozen extra lean ground turkey meatballs
• 0.5 (450 g) package penne rigate
• 1/4 cup fresh italian parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup shaved parmesan cheese

Recipe

• 1 heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat. add onion and garlic and sauté , stirring frequently until lightly softened, 2-3 minutes. stir in hot pepper flakes and sugar, cooking for 10-20 seconds. add tomato paste, diced tomatoes, basil, oregano, broth and meatballs; bring to a boil. reduce heat and simmer 10-15 minutes.
• 2 meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain and keep warm. gently stir pasta and parsley into sauce. garnish each serving with parmesan cheese.