This homemade turkey pasta sauce is the perfect way to elevate your pasta dishes. Made with ground turkey, tomatoes, herbs, and spices, this sauce is bursting with flavor. It's also a great way to use up leftover turkey from Thanksgiving or any other occasion. The sauce can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it a quick and easy recipe for busy weeknights. Serve it over your favorite pasta and enjoy a comforting and tasty meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14 oz)
- 1 can tomato sauce (8 oz)
- 1 can tomato paste (6 oz)
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Directions
- In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
- Add the ground turkey to the saucepan and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste.
- Add the dried basil, dried oregano, dried thyme, dried rosemary, sugar, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer the sauce for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Serve the turkey pasta sauce over cooked pasta of your choice.
- Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves, if desired.
