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Turkey Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Course: dinner
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For Meatball Mixture:
  • 1 lb Ground Turkey
  • ¼ Breadcrumbs
  • ¼ Grated Parmesan Fresh grated, if possible
  • 1 Tbsp Dried Parsley
  • 1 Egg
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • ¼ tsp Salt
  • For Sauce:
  • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • 4 cups Tomatoes chopped (or 28oz can Crushed Tomatoes)
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 1 Tbsp Italian Seasoning optional (or 1 Tbsp Dried Parsley or Basil)

Method
 

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, stir together ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, egg, minced garlic, and salt. Scoop 2 Tablespoons and roll into a ball. Place on a parchment lined baking sheet or container. Continue rolling the rest of the mixture. Place the meatballs in the freezer for 2 hours.
  2. Once meatballs are frozen, place them into a resealable bag and top with oil, garlic cloves, tomatoes, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Seal, label, and place in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  3. When ready to cook, thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then pour into slow cooker. Cook on low for 4-5 hours or until meatballs are cooked through. Stir before serving and enjoy!

Notes

Suggested Serving Methods:
- On sliced Italian Bread with Mozzarella Melted on top or in rolls as sandwiches
- On top of spaghetti or any pasta, topped with Parmesan cheese