Turkey pasta bake: a comforting and easy family favorite recipe
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A comforting and easy family favorite recipe that combines turkey and pasta in a delicious bake.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add ground turkey, cooking until browned.
- Add marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the turkey, mixing well.
- Combine cooked pasta and turkey mixture, then transfer to a baking dish.
- Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg