Apple and Turkey Meatballs

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 1/2 cup red delicious apple, finely chopped
  • 1 cup shredded hot pepper cheese
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, minced
  • 1 package (12 oz.) spinach linguini pasta
  • 1 jar (18 oz.) Heinz® HomeStyle Roasted Turkey Gravy

Directions

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    1.      Preheat oven to 400°F. Coat a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. In a medium bowl, mix together turkey, apple, cheese and sun-dried tomatoes. Form into 30 meatballs, about 1-in. size. Arrange on baking sheet.
     
    2.      Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.  
    3.      Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions.
     
    4.      Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium heat, cook gravy for 3 to 5 minutes, or until heated through, stirring occasionally.
     
    5.      To serve, divide cooked pasta between each plate and place 5 meatballs on each. Spoon warm gravy on top and serve immediately.

Tips

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    If desired, substitute Heinz® HomeStyle Roasted Turkey Gravy with Heinz® HomeStyle Fat Free Roasted Turkey Gravy.