TURKEY RAGU WITH FONTINA AND PARMESAN

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I love hearty, cheesy pasta dishes like meat sauce and lasagna, but it's impossible to keep to a diet when eating such meals! I put this together one night to attempt a healthy version of a traditional ragu. It is surprisingly tasty and lends itself to modifications for personalization of taste.

Provided by Jessica

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 sweet onion (such as Vidalia®), diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound lean ground turkey
1 (14.5 ounce) can canned diced tomatoes with their juice
1 (14.5 ounce) can canned crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 cup grated fontina cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the macaroni, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir onions until translucent and slightly brown, about 10 minutes. Reduce heat to low and stir in garlic. Cook for 1 minute, then add the ground turkey. Cook and stir until the turkey is no longer pink. Mix in the diced tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, parsley, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes. Combine pasta with the tomato sauce in the skillet. Toss pasta with the fontina cheese and 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese until the cheese is melted. Serve pasta in a large bowl with 3 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese sprinkled on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.7 calories, Carbohydrate 49.8 g, Cholesterol 63.5 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 687.4 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

Rishi Malik6267
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5 stars!


Kostazenelaj Kostazenelaj
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This is the best turkey ragu I've ever had.


Ainura Saryeva
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I'll be making this again and again.


Boeroe Geesty
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Definitely a keeper!


Namwanje Sharifah
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This dish is a winner!


Kundu Timothy
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This ragu is a great way to use up leftover turkey. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat more vegetables.


Denise Rivas
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I love this ragu! It's so flavorful and comforting. I always make a big batch and freeze it so I can have it on hand for busy weeknights.


Dominic Mahlangu
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This was my first time making ragu, and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the dish was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Hawa sankoh
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I've made this ragu several times and it's always a hit. It's so versatile, I've served it over pasta, polenta, and even mashed potatoes. It's always delicious.


zaria Smith
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This ragu is the perfect dish for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love serving it over pasta or mashed potatoes.


Wassum Don
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I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this ragu was surprisingly good. The sauce was flavorful and the turkey was tender. I would definitely make this again.


Shakell Waaldijk
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This dish is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that I can use ground turkey instead of beef, which makes it a healthier option. The fontina and parmesan cheeses add a wonderful richness and flavor.


Siphesihle Phakathi
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I made this ragu for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The turkey was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.


abdulhaq Safi
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This turkey ragu was a hit with my family! The flavors were rich and complex, and the fontina and parmesan cheeses added a creamy, cheesy goodness. I served it over pasta, and it was the perfect comfort food for a cold night.