Ingredients
Scale
Here’s what you’ll need to whip up this comforting dish:
- 12 ounces pasta (penne or rotini work well)
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
You can substitute ground beef or chicken if you prefer, and if you’re out of heavy cream, half-and-half can work in a pinch. The key is making it your own!
Instructions
Let’s get cooking! Follow these steps to bring this dish to life:
- Start by cooking the pasta according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the garlic, and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground turkey. Cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes, then add the diced tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Let it cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat it evenly with the sauce.
- Stir in the mozzarella cheese, letting it melt into the pasta. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving, if desired.
Cooking with love and intention transforms a simple meal into a cherished memory. As the cheese melts into this dish, take a moment to savor the aroma and the joy it brings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International