Turkey Meatballs

This recipe has a couple of steps, but they are so worth it. Really. They are good for your too, which I love. I don't feel as guilty eating them as I do other things. They do need to be frozen so make them a head of time. Here's how...

INGREDIENTS:

3 slices whole wheat bread

1/4 c. milk

1 1/2 lbs. ground lean turkey meat

3 scallions

2 small garlic cloves, minced

2 T. chopped fresh parsley

1 large egg

1 1/2 tsp. salt

1/2 tsp. pepper

1 T. olive oil

1/2 c. water

2 c. marinara sauce

Place bread in a food processor (or blender); pulse until fine crumbs form. In a small bowl, mix breadcrumbs with milk; set aside at least 5 minutes.

In a large bowl, combine turkey, scallions, garlic, parsley, egg, salt, pepper and breadcrumb mixture; gently mix with a fork.

With hands, form mixture into balls, each equal to 2 level tablespoons; arrange in a single layer in a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper. (See picture)

Place baking sheet with meatballs in the freezer and freeze. Transfer frozen meatballs to an airtight container or resealable plastic bag, and freeze for up to 3 months.

TO COOK: In a skillet, heat 1 T. olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook frozen meatballs until browned, 5-7 minutes. Add marinara sauce and water; cover and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.

Serve with spaghetti or other pa

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Makes about 35 meatballs