Italian Turkey Meatballs in Tomato Sauce Recipe

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large bowl, stir together the ground turkey, onion, garlic, parsley, breadcrumbs, egg, oregano, salt and pepper.

Step 3

Divide the mixture into 8 portions, form into balls and place on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4

Bake until the meatballs are firm to the touch and cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes.

Step 5

Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet set over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the garlic, oregano, salt and pepper, and cook for 1 minute.

Step 7

Add the crushed tomatoes, bring the sauce to a boil, and then simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in the parsley and basil.

Step 8

Nestle the meatballs into the sauce and spoon sauce over to coat the meatballs.

Step 9

Serve over pasta or rice, or on their own.