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Baked turkey meatballs in tomato sauce

Evenly sized meatballs cook more consistently.

Prep 15 minCook 30 minEasyServes 4
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  1. Make the mixture

    Heat oven to 400°F / 200°C. Stir breadcrumbs and milk in a bowl; rest 2 minutes. Add turkey, egg, garlic, half the oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until combined.

  2. Shape

    With clean lightly damp hands, shape into 16 evenly sized balls. Place on an oiled baking sheet with space between. Wash hands and raw-meat surfaces afterward.

  3. Bake and simmer sauce

    Bake 18–22 minutes, until the center of several meatballs reaches 165°F / 74°C. Meanwhile, simmer passata, oil, and remaining oregano in a saucepan for 15 minutes.

  4. Combine

    Transfer fully cooked meatballs to the sauce and simmer gently for 3–5 minutes. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning. Serve with pasta, rice, or vegetables.

A little kitchen wisdomEvenly sized meatballs cook more consistently. A breadcrumb-and-milk mixture helps keep lean turkey from feeling dry.

Make it your own

Use ground chicken, also cooking to 165°F / 74°C. Avoid packing the mixture tightly.

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