Follow these steps for perfect results
nonstick cooking spray
ground turkey
lean or extra-lean
Worcestershire sauce
optional
green pepper
chopped
onion
chopped
spaghetti sauce
prepared, your favorite flavor
water
for boiling spaghetti noodles
spaghetti noodles
olive oil
optional
salt
optional
Spray a large pan with nonstick cooking spray.
Add ground turkey, Worcestershire sauce (if using), chopped green pepper, and chopped onion to the pan.
Cook on medium-high heat, breaking up and crumbling the turkey, until browned but the pepper and onion are still crisp. Drain excess fat if needed.
Return the meat mixture to the pan.
Turn heat down to medium and add spaghetti sauce. Stir to combine.
Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.
Reduce heat to low and keep warm while finishing cooking spaghetti noodles.
Fill a large pot with water.
Add olive oil (if using) to the water.
Heat on high to boiling.
Add salt (if using) to boiling water.
Break spaghetti noodles in half (if desired).
Add to boiling water and turn down to medium-high.
Ensure water continues to boil and cook spaghetti to desired doneness per package directions.
Drain the spaghetti noodles.
Serve hot spaghetti noodles with the ground turkey sauce.
Expert advice for the best results
Add other vegetables like mushrooms or zucchini to the sauce.
Use Italian seasoning for extra flavor.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
The sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
Serve in a bowl, topped with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese and a fresh basil leaf.
Serve with a side salad.
Serve with garlic bread.
Pairs well with tomato-based sauces.
Light and refreshing.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A popular and comforting family meal.
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