Turkey Mince Bolognese
Healthy Mince Turkey Bolognese with spaghetti, a healthy, protein-packed meal that gives comfort food a new meaning. Say no to junk food and ready meals and enjoy this delicious recipe that even the fussiest of eaters would love.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 480kcal
Ingredients
- 250 g spaghetti (8 oz)
- 500 g lean turkey mince (1.1 lb)
- 1 carrot
- 450 ml chicken stock 1 ¾ cups)
- 1 tin chopped tomatoes (400 g, 13 oz)
- 1 tablespoon tomato puree
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoon sunflower oil
- 2 cloves of garlic
- parsley to garnish
- 1 teaspoon Italian herbs
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to the packet instructions.
- Peel and chop the onion, carrot and garlic.
- Heat up the oil in a large pan, add the chopped onion and fry until golden.
- Add the minced turkey and stir well with a wooden spoon, breaking any lumps that may form.
- Continue to stir until the mince is brown all over, that should take about 10-15 minutes..
- Add the chopped garlic, carrots, chicken stock and leave to cook on a medium to high heat until all the liquid has been absorbed, it may take up to 15 minutes.
- Add the tinned tomatoes and tomato puree and leave to cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Season with salt and pepper, add the Italian herbs, then remove from the heat and garnish with freshly-chopped parsley.
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Notes
- If you'd like to see the measurements in CUPS and OUNCES, please click on the US CUSTOMARY link.
- The amount of ingredients can be adjusted according to the number of servings you need, please click on the number of servings to change it.
Nutrition
Calories: 480kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 497mg | Potassium: 715mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 5800IU | Vitamin C: 27.6mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 2.9mg