Lunch: Italian Turkey Meatballs With Mostaccioli

Bring the taste of your favorite Italian restaurant to your kitchen by making traditional mostaccioli noodles in spaghetti sauce and pairing with homemade turkey and spinach meatballs.

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Spinach

Health benefits of Italian Turkey Meatballs With Mostaccioli

Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.

Ingredients

1 (9-oz.) pkg. frozen spinach, thawed, squeezed to drain
6 slices turkey bacon, cooked, crumbled
2 lb. ground turkey
3/4 cup Progresso™ Italian Style Bread Crumbs
1 oz. (1/4 cup) grated fresh Parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 eggs, beaten
1 (16-oz.) pkg. uncooked mostaccioli (tube-shaped pasta)
1 (28-oz.) jar spaghetti sauce
1 (14.5-oz.) can Italian-style diced tomatoes, undrained
1 teaspoon sugar
Shredded fresh Parmesan cheese, if desired

Instructions

Heat oven to 350 °F. In large bowl, combine spinach, cooked bacon, ground turkey, bread crumbs, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, garlic and eggs; mix well. Shape into 1 1/2-inch meatballs; place in ungreased 15x10x1-inch baking pan.
Bake at 350 °F. for 18 to 22 minutes or until browned and thoroughly cooked.
Meanwhile, cook mostaccioli to desired doneness as directed on package. Drain.
In large saucepan, combine spaghetti sauce, tomatoes and sugar; cook until thoroughly heated. Serve hot meatballs and sauce over mostaccioli. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.