Dinner

Turkey, Lentil and Spinach Pasta is for Dinner.

Turkey, Lentil and Spinach Pasta takes several minutes to prepare.

Turkey, Lentil and Spinach Pasta takes several minutes to cook.

Turkey, Lentil and Spinach Pasta makes 6 servings.

The ingredients for Turkey, Lentil and Spinach Pasta are:

1/2 lb ground turkey or chicken
1 small/medium onion chopped
2 cloves garlic
8 oz spinach (chopped if using regular)
1/2 cup dried lentil or 1 cup already softened/cooked
5 oz ( I used a third of Barilla 1 lb box) Medium shells
2 Tbsp tomato paste
1/2 cup water (from cooked lentils preferred but not necessary)
Salt & Pepper to taste

Here is how you make Turkey, Lentil and Spinach Pasta:

If you are using dry lentils, begin by cooking them on medium heat until tender. You may also cook the pasta and set both aside when they are done. In the mean time, saute the onions and garlic in a little cooking spray. then add the turkey and brown. Once fully cooked add the tomato paste, two cups chicken broth (or two cups water plus 2 bouillons), 1/2 cup water (from cooked lentils if possible)and lentils. Cook until it thickens and then turn down to med/low. Add spinach. Once the spinach is wilted you can turn the heat off, add the pasta and serve. Hope you enjoy!Serving Size:?1/4 of what you made, roughly a cup, cup and a half

The nutritional information for Turkey, Lentil and Spinach Pasta is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 6
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 330.4

• Total Fat: 4.1 g
• Cholesterol: 26.7 mg
• Sodium: 605.7 mg
• Total Carbs: 54.1 g
• Dietary Fiber: 9.1 g
• Protein: 20.5 g