
TURKEY MEAT SAUCE
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Turkey meat sauce is a savory blend of ground turkey simmered with tomatoes and spices, creating a hearty and nutritious topping that is rich in protein. This dish offers a flavorful way to incorporate lean protein into meals.
This turkey meat sauce is served in various meal programs, including school meals, senior nutrition, shelter feeding, and catering across New York City.
Popular Home Recipes for TURKEY MEAT SAUCE
Example recipe — not from the Healthy Heart kitchen. This is a popular home-style version of TURKEY MEAT SAUCE shown for general reference. It does not reflect the ingredients, preparation, or allergens in meals prepared by Healthy Heart Food Service.
This savory turkey meat sauce is a perfect blend of lean ground turkey simmered with tomatoes and herbs, making it a nutritious and protein-rich topping for pasta or rice.
Ingredients
- •1 lb ground turkey
- •2 tbsp olive oil
- •1 medium onion, finely chopped
- •2 cloves garlic, minced
- •1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- •1 tsp dried oregano
- •1 tsp dried basil
- •1/2 tsp salt
- •1/4 tsp black pepper
- •1 tbsp tomato paste
- •1/4 cup water
Instructions
- 1Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 2Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 3Add the ground turkey to the skillet, cooking and breaking it up with a spoon until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, water, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- 5Bring the sauce to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, and let it cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Chef Tips
- For a spicier sauce, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Serve over whole-grain pasta for added fiber.
Example home recipe for reference only — not used by Healthy Heart Food Service. For ingredient and allergen information about meals we serve, contact us.
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About This Item
This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.





