Creamy Pink Sauce Pasta with Ground Turkey
Indulge in this Creamy Pink Sauce Pasta with Ground Turkey, a delightful meal that combines al dente pasta with a rich, velvety pink sauce. Infused with the savory goodness of ground turkey and aromatic garlic, every bite offers a satisfying experience perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. Quick to prepare yet impressive enough for guests, this dish will warm your heart and tantalize your taste buds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb extra-lean ground turkey
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the penne according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- Sauté aromatics: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onion for about 5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and stir until fragrant.
- Brown the turkey: Add ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart. Season with salt and pepper; cook for about 6-8 minutes until browned.
- Create the sauce: Stir in crushed tomatoes and heavy cream, simmering on low heat for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Toss drained pasta into the sauce mixture, adding reserved pasta water gradually to reach desired consistency.
- Serve: Plate generously, topping with grated Parmesan cheese. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor, sauté vegetables like spinach or bell peppers along with the onions. Substitute ground turkey with chicken or beef for different variations. To store leftovers, place in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.