Million Dollar Spaghetti.

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground Turkey (lean, fresh)
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder
• 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
• 1 pinch Salt
• 1 pinch Black Pepper
• 0.5 medium Yellow Onion (finely diced)
• 0.5 medium Green Bell Pepper (diced)
• 24 oz Marinara Sauce (jarred, any brand)
• 12 oz Spaghetti (dry weight)
• 1 pint Heavy Whipping Cream (cold)
• 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter (cut into pieces)
• 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated)

Instructions

1. Cook the Spaghetti

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil, add the spaghetti and cook according to package directions until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 212°F

2. Brown the Turkey

   Wipe the pot clean, return to medium heat and add the ground turkey. Sprinkle with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, a pinch of salt and black pepper. Cook, breaking up with a spoon, until no longer pink, about 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

3. Sauté Vegetables

   Add the diced yellow onion and green bell pepper to the turkey. Sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.

   Time: PT3M

4. Add Marinara and Simmer

   Pour the 24‑oz jar of marinara sauce over the turkey mixture, stir to combine, and let simmer gently for 10 minutes.

   Time: PT10M

5. Prepare the Alfredo Base

   In the same pot (after draining pasta), melt the butter over medium heat. Sprinkle in a pinch of garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt. Slowly whisk in the heavy whipping cream and bring to a gentle simmer for 3 minutes.

   Time: PT3M

6. Finish the Alfredo Sauce

   Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

   Time: PT2M

7. Combine Everything

   Add the cooked spaghetti back into the pot, toss to coat with both the turkey‑marinara mixture and the alfredo sauce. Heat through for 1–2 minutes, adjusting seasoning if needed.

   Time: PT2M

8. Serve

   Plate the creamy turkey spaghetti, garnish with extra grated Parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil if desired. Serve hot.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

560

Protein

32 g

Carbohydrates

58 g

Fat

22 g

Fiber

4 g