Spaghetti and Turkey Meatballs

Spaghetti and  Turkey Meatballs

Meatballs

1 lb. ground turkey

¼ c. seasoned dry bread crumbs

1 egg, slightly beaten

2 Tbsp. finely chopped onion

1 Tsp. dried parsley

1 garlic clove, crushed

½ tsp. salt

1/8 tsp. pepper

Olive oil

Combine turkey, bread crumbs, egg, onion, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper.  Mix lightly but thoroughly.  Shape the mixture into meatballs.

In a large skillet heat the oil over medium heat.  Brown the meatballs for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally.  Transfer the meatballs into serving dish while preparing spaghetti sauce.

Sauce

2 tsp. olive oil

¼ c. chopped onion

2 garlic cloves, crushed

1 qt. canned tomatoes with juice

1 6-oz. can tomato paste

1 tsp. dried basil

1 tsp. dried oregano

¼ tsp. black pepper

½ tsp. salt

Heat oil in the skillet.  Add the onion and garlic and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until the onion is tender.  Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, pepper and salt.  Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.  Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

After sauce has simmered for 30 minutes, transfer the meatballs into the sauce.  Cook for 9-11 minutes or until meatballs are warmed through.  Serve over cooked spaghetti and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Serve with a side salad.