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Creamy One-Pan Tuscan Ground Turkey Pasta Bake

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A quick and easy one-pan pasta bake featuring lean ground turkey, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a creamy Parmesan sauce, ready in 30 minutes for a comforting weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground turkey (450 g)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 4 cups fresh spinach (about 120 g)
  • 3 cups chicken broth (720 ml), low sodium recommended
  • 8 ounces uncooked penne pasta (225 g)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat olive oil over medium heat in your skillet. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add ground turkey to the skillet. Break it up and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning mid-way.
  5. Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach. Cook until spinach wilts, about 2 minutes.
  6. Add uncooked penne pasta, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Stir to combine everything evenly, ensuring pasta is submerged.
  7. Bring the mixture to a low boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover the skillet and cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  8. Remove the lid and stir in grated Parmesan cheese. If sauce is too thick, add a splash of broth or cream.
  9. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes if using. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  10. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake uncovered for 8-10 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
  11. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes to thicken and meld flavors.
  12. Serve warm.

Notes

If sauce thickens too much while simmering, add a splash of chicken broth to loosen it. Stir gently but often to prevent pasta from sticking. For a lighter sauce, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half. Use gluten-free pasta and broth for a gluten-free version. Resting after baking thickens the sauce and improves flavor. Avoid freezing after baking as cream sauce may separate; freeze before baking instead.

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Keywords: one-pan, pasta bake, ground turkey, Tuscan, creamy, quick dinner, easy recipe, weeknight meal

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