Ground Turkey Pasta Bake {Easy Kid Friendly Casserole Recipe}

Name: Ground Turkey Pasta Bake {Easy Kid Friendly Casserole Recipe}
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Italian, European, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey (extra lean); 3 cups (10 oz) whole wheat penne/fusilli pasta (uncooked); 4 - 5 cups kale ( stems removed & chopped); 1 large onion ( finely chopped); 4 large garlic cloves ( minced); 1 tbsp olive oil ( extra virgin); 1 tbsp oregano (dried); 1 tsp rosemary (dried); 1 tsp basil (dried); Pinch of red pepper flakes; 1/2 tsp salt; Ground black pepper ( to taste); 28 oz tomato sauce (low sodium); 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup; 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar; 1 cup pasta water; 2 cups 6 oz mozzarella cheese (shredded & divided); 1/3 cup Italian parsley (chopped); Cooking spray (I use Misto)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:35min

Ground Turkey Pasta Bake is a healthy casserole made with ground turkey meat, whole wheat pasta, kale, and a light sprinkling of bubbly melty cheese. This is an easy restaurant-quality dinner made with kitchen staples!

Updated at: Sat, 12 Mar 2022 17:05:08 GMT