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Spicy Turkey Meatballs with Creamy Tomato Sauce

This recipe is a delicious and flavorful way to use ground turkey. The meatballs are packed with spices and cooked in a rich tomato sauce.

Yields: 4 servings

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

For the meatballs:

* 1 pound ground turkey

* 1/2 cup finely chopped onion

* 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley

* 1 clove garlic, minced

* 1 teaspoon dried oregano

* 1/2 teaspoon salt

* 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

* 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra spice)

* 1/4 cup breadcrumbs

* 1 egg, lightly beaten

For the sauce:

* 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes

* 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce

* 1/4 cup water

* 1 tablespoon tomato paste

* 1 teaspoon sugar

* 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

* 1/4 teaspoon salt

* 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

* 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, onion, parsley, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, cayenne pepper (if using), breadcrumbs, and egg. Mix well with your hands until just combined.

2. Shape the meatballs: Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.

3. Make the sauce: In a large saucepan, combine crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, tomato paste, sugar, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. Cook the meatballs: Add meatballs to the sauce, making sure they are fully submerged. Simmer for 20 minutes, or until cooked through.

5. Add cream (optional): If desired, stir in the heavy cream and simmer for 5 minutes more.

Serve: Spoon meatballs and sauce over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes. Garnish with fresh parsley or grated Parmesan cheese.

Tips:

* For a richer flavor, brown the meatballs in a pan before adding them to the sauce.

* You can use different types of breadcrumbs, such as panko or Italian seasoned breadcrumbs.

* To make the recipe vegetarian, substitute the ground turkey with crumbled tofu.

* Leftover meatballs can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Enjoy!