NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

1.5 oz whole wheat ziti pasta

5 oz 93% lean ground turkey

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

2 cloves garlic

0.5 cup tomato puree

0.25 tsp dried oregano

0.25 tsp dried basil

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

2 tbsp part-skim ricotta cheese

0.5 oz shredded mozzarella cheese

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

1 cup fresh baby spinach

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a small baking dish.

• 2

  Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the ziti until al dente, then drain and set aside.

• 3

  In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the ground turkey in olive oil until fully browned and crumbled.

• 4

  Stir in the minced garlic, tomato puree, oregano, basil, sea salt, and black pepper, simmering for 5 minutes.

• 5

  Fold in the fresh baby spinach and cook just until the leaves are wilted and bright green.

• 6

  Combine the cooked ziti with the turkey and tomato sauce mixture, tossing to coat every noodle.

• 7

  Transfer the mixture to the baking dish, dollop with ricotta, and sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan.

• 8

  Bake for 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the edges are slightly golden.