TURKEY MEATBALLS ARRABBIATA

Turkey Meatballs Arrabbiata image

Provided by Chef mariajane

Time 35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons pure olive oil
1/2 cup sweet onion, finely diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon hot pepper flakes
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 (796 ml) cans diced tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon oregano leaves
1/2 cup chicken broth (30% less sodium)
0.5 (280 g) package frozen extra lean ground turkey meatballs
0.5 (450 g) package penne rigate
1/4 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped
1/4 cup shaved parmesan cheese

Steps:

Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté , stirring frequently until lightly softened, 2-3 minutes. Stir in hot pepper flakes and sugar, cooking for 10-20 seconds. Add tomato paste, diced tomatoes, basil, oregano, broth and meatballs; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 10-15 minutes.
Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain and keep warm. Gently stir pasta and parsley into sauce. Garnish each serving with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.8, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 2.8, Sodium 606.7, Carbohydrate 39, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 11.3, Protein 7.3