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Turkish Pasta: Discover the Viral Anna Paul Recipe!

A delicious and creamy Turkish pasta recipe featuring ground beef or turkey, spices, and cheese, perfect for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Turkish
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces of pasta your choice, such as penne or fusilli
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 can 15 ounces diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Add the ground beef or turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in the paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine the spices with the meat.
  5. Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juices) and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for about 5 minutes.
  6. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, mixing until well combined. Allow the sauce to simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
  8. Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the pasta. Cover the skillet and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground meat with lentils or mushrooms.
  • Add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition and flavor.

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