Zesty Turkey Rotini

Calling all pasta lovers! This Peppy Turkey Rotini recipe is anything but basic. Ground turkey, pepperoni, and rich marinara sauce tossed over a bed of rotini for a flavorful dinner recipe the whole family will love.

Total Time

1 Hour

Serving Size

6 Servings

cups whole grain pasta, such as rotini

(16-ounce) package JENNIE-O® Extra Lean Ground Turkey Breast

cups pasta sauce

tablespoons tomato paste

teaspoon granulated garlic

teaspoon onion powder

teaspoon crushed red pepper

1/2

teaspoon dried oregano leaves

1/2

teaspoon dried basil leaves

1/2

teaspoon brown sugar

1/2

(6-ounce) package HORMEL® Turkey Pepperoni slices

cup shredded mozzarella cheese

In large pot of salted water, cook pasta 12 to 15 minutes or until al dente, stirring occasionally; drain. Return pasta to same pot.

Spray a skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Preheat skillet over medium-high heat.

Add ground turkey to hot skillet. Stir to crumble, approximately 14 to 16 minutes. Always cook to well-done, 165°F as measured by a meat thermometer.

Add pasta sauce, tomato paste, garlic, onion powder, red pepper, oregano, basil, brown sugar and pinch salt. Stir until well combined and hot. Add to pasta; stir to coat.

Heat oven to 375°F.

Spoon turkey mixture into 9 x 13-inch baking pan, or six 1 1/2 cup capacity ovenproof dishes.

Arrange pepperoni over turkey mixture. Sprinkle with cheese.

Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden.

Calories

350

Protein

37g

Carbohydrates

31g

Fiber

Sugars