Turkey, Spinach & Cheese Meatballs

This is a quick weeknight recipe the whole family loves. The addition of turkey sausage and cheese makes the meatballs tender and full of flavor.

There’s always excitement at my house when meatballs are on the menu, but I wasn’t sure how the kids would feel about these because, well, spinach. But they loved them, spinach and all. What makes them special is the addition of turkey sausage. Not only does the sausage make the meatballs tender, it also adds great flavor without the need for a ton of other ingredients. To make life easy, I brown the meatballs under the broiler rather than in a frying pan. That means no stovetop splatters, and you can get the rest of dinner ready while the meatballs cook.

TURKEY, SPINACH & CHEESE MEATBALLS

Servings : 4 - 6 (makes about 30 meatballs)

Prep Time : 20 Minutes

Cook Time : 20 Minutes

Total Time : 40 Minutes

INGREDIENTS

• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 large egg
• 3 ounces baby spinach, chopped (3-1/2 cups whole; 1-1/2 cups chopped)
• 3 scallions, white and green parts, finely sliced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1.25 pounds 93/7 ground turkey (I use Shady Brook Farms)
• 1.25 pounds Italian turkey sausage, removed from the casings (I use Shady Brook Farms)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella (preferably whole milk but low-fat will work)
• 1/3 cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano, plus more for serving
• 1/2 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
• 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce, homemade or good quality store-bought

INSTRUCTIONS

Get the full instruction @onceuponachef.com

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