Healthy American Spaghetti Sauce with Meatballs

This healthier American twist on classic spaghetti sauce with meatballs is a hearty and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. Made with lean ground turkey and plenty of vegetables, this dish is packed with flavor and nutrients.

Ingredients

• 1 lb lean ground turkey
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Cooked spaghetti, for serving

Directions

1. In a large skillet, brown the ground turkey over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet and cook until vegetables are softened.
3. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. While the sauce is simmering, shape the ground turkey into meatballs and place them on a baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
5. Add the cooked meatballs to the sauce and let simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
6. Serve the spaghetti sauce and meatballs over cooked spaghetti noodles, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese.
7. Enjoy your healthy and delicious American spaghetti sauce with meatballs!

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