Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 1 box spiral pasta ((12-16 oz box))
  • 8 ounces broccoli florets ((cut to be bite-sized))
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil ((divided))
  • 16-20 ounces ground turkey ((to substitute leftover cooked turkey, see notes))
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese

Instruction

  • Cook the pasta according to the instructions on the package. During the last 2 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli.
  • Drain the broccoli and pasta and return to the pot. Cover and set aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium high heat.
  • Add the turkey, paprika, garlic, red pepper flakes and salt.
  • Break the turkey into pieces, while cooking until browned. (see notes)
  • Add the turkey mixture, the remaining olive oil, and the fresh basil to the pasta pot
  • Mix until combined.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese when serving (or mix in just prior to serving).