mozzarella-stuffed meatballs

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 (13.25 ounce) package dry whole wheat spaghetti, uncooked
• 1 (20 ounce) package lean ground turkey
• 1/4 cup egg beaters® original
• 1/4 cup italian-style bread crumbs
• 2 (1 ounce) pieces part-skim mozzarella string cheese
• 2 tablespoons pure wesson® canola oil
• 1 (26.5 ounce) can hunt's® traditional pasta sauce

Recipe

Preparation Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• cook spaghetti according to package directions, omitting salt.
• meanwhile, combine turkey, egg beaters and bread crumbs in bowl just until combined. divide mixture into 18 portions. cut cheese into 18 equal pieces (about 1/2 inch). place 1 piece cheese in center of each meat portion and gently shape into ball.
• heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. add meatballs; cook 8 to 10 minutes, turning gently to brown all sides. cook 2 to 3 minutes more or until meat is no longer pink. remove drippings. pour sauce over meatballs; heat until sauce is hot, stirring occasionally.
• to serve, divide spaghetti between each plate and top with 3 meatballs and sauce each.