Description
Father’s Day is a perfect occasion to whip up a delightful yet budget-friendly dinner that will impress Dad without emptying your wallet. This easy pasta dish combines ground turkey, fresh garlic, and zesty Italian seasoning for a comforting meal that evokes warmth and love. With vibrant colors and robust flavors, it’s sure to make the day special. Gather your family around the table and enjoy this culinary experience that celebrates both food and togetherness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned.
- Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic; cook until fragrant (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add diced tomatoes and Italian seasoning; let simmer for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, boil salted water and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- Toss cooked pasta with meat sauce until well-coated. Serve warm topped with Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg