Mini Turkey Meatballs with Wagon Wheel Pasta

Ingredients · for 8 (scales to your household)

• 12 ounces Uncooked wagon wheel pasta $2.29
• 1/2 cup Whole-wheat breadcrumbs $0.67
• 1/4 cup 1% low-fat milk $0.11
• 1 1/4 pounds 97% lean ground turkey $7.94
• 1 tablespoon Parsley $0.10
• 1 tablespoon Basil $0.22
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil $0.36
• 1/2 teaspoon Dried oregano $0.04
• 1/2 teaspoon Ground fennel seed $0.01
• 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt $0.03
• 1/4 teaspoon Ground black pepper $0.03
• 2 Garlic cloves $0.06
• 1/2 cup Water $0.00
• 1 Jar Organic pasta sauce $3.58
• 2 ounces Fresh Parmesan cheese $1.81

Per-ingredient cost is the amount this recipe uses at the lowest Canadian price we have on file; the per-serving total above adds the range up to the dearest price and for buying whole packages.

Method

1. Prepare pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain and place in a large bowl; keep warm.
2. While pasta cooks, combine breadcrumbs and milk. Let stand 5 minutes; squeeze out excess milk, and place in a large bowl. Add turkey, parsley, basil, 1 tablespoon oil, and next 5 ingredients (through garlic). Gently shape meat mixture into 48 (1-inch) balls (do not pack).
3. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil; swirl to coat. Add half of meatballs to pan. Cook 1 to 2 minutes on each side or until browned. Remove from pan; keep warm. Repeat procedure with remaining meatballs. Return all meatballs to pan. Stir in 1/2 cup water, scraping pan to loosen browned bits. Stir in pasta sauce; cook, uncovered, over medium-high heat for an additional 3 minutes. Pour over pasta, tossing to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.
4. Kids Can Help: With clean hands, kids can shape the meatballs.

Per serving