Ground Turkey Spaghetti Sauce
A hearty, vegetable-studded ground turkey spaghetti sauce that's quick to make and freezer-friendly.
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 2-3 carrots finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper finely chopped
- 1 red bell pepper finely chopped
- 1 onion diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes 1 can
- 15 oz tomato sauce 1 can
- 6 oz tomato paste 1 can
- 4-5 garlic cloves minced
- 1/2 tbsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil (or Italian seasoning)
- 1/2 tsp sea salt more to taste
- 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
- 1/4-1/2 tsp red pepper optional
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add the finely chopped carrots, green and red bell peppers, and diced onion; cook 3–4 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Add the ground turkey to the pot and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil (or Italian seasoning), sea salt, cracked pepper, and red pepper if using.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, partially covered, about 30 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, then serve over pasta.
Equipment
- Large Pot or Dutch Oven
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Measuring Spoons
- Knife
- Cutting Board
Notes
- Carrots take longest to soften, so sauté them a little longer if desired.
- Flavors deepen after chilling; leftovers taste better the next day.
- You can make the sauce a day in advance.
- Freezes well in an airtight, freezer-safe container for up to 4 months.