Spaghetti and Meatballs (by Jessical Seinfeld, "Deceptively Delicious") Recipe

Submitted by lisaworkinghard

Makes 6 servings

** 1 serving includes about 2 to 3 meatballs ** Could use less breadcrumbs

Ingredients

1/2	lb turkey, lean, ground
1	cup breadcrumbs
1	cup butternut squash, pureed (about 1/2 cup)
1	clove garlic, minced
1	tsp salt
1/2	tsp black pepper
1	Nonstick cooking spray
2	tsp olive oil
26	ounce whole tomatoes, with their juice
1/2	cup water
1/2	cup carrot, pureed (about 1/4 cup), optional
1/4	tsp garlic powder
1	pinch cayenne pepper
1/8	tsp pepper
1	lb spaghetti , preferably whole wheat

Directions

In a large bowl, mix the turkey, breadcrumbs, butternut squash puree, garlic, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until well combined. Shap the mixture into 1" meatballs and place on a sheet of waxed paper or aluminum foil.
Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and set it over high heat. When the skillet is hot, add the olive oil and then the meatballs and brown for 4 to 5 minutes, turning occasionally.
Add the pureed tomatoes, water, carrot puree (if using), garlic powder, cayenne, and the remainin 1/2 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp pepper. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the meatballs are no longer pink in the center.
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta in a colander, turn it into a serving bowl, and spoon the meatballs and sauce over it.

Categories

Main Dish, Advance

Serving Size 310.6g

Amount Per Serving

Calories

442

Calories from Fat

% Daily Value^*

Total Fat

6.1g

Saturated Fat

1.2g

Trans Fat