Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Special equipment needed:
- Large skillet
- Wooden spoon
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks.
4. Add the sage and cook for 1 minute.
5. Add the crushed tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes and stir to combine.
6. Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine.
7. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
Temperature:
Medium-high heat
Serving size:
4-6 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 210
Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 20g
Sodium: 820mg
Sugar: 9g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground beef or pork can be substituted for the ground turkey.
- Dried sage can be substituted for fresh sage, but use 1/2 teaspoon instead of 1 tablespoon.
Variations:
- Add chopped carrots and celery to the onion and garlic mixture for added flavor and nutrition.
- Use diced tomatoes instead of crushed tomatoes for a chunkier sauce.
- Add a splash of red wine to the sauce for added depth of flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a wooden spoon to break up the ground turkey as it cooks to ensure it cooks evenly.
- Stir the sauce occasionally as it simmers to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the skillet.
- Serve the ragù over your favorite pasta or use it as a topping for pizza.
Storage instructions:
Store the ragù in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the ragù in a saucepan over medium heat until heated through, stirring occasionally.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the ragù over a bed of cooked pasta and garnish with fresh sage leaves.
Garnishes:
Fresh sage leaves
Pairings:
Serve the ragù with a side salad and garlic bread for a complete meal.
Suggested side dishes:
Side salad and garlic bread
Troubleshooting advice:
If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of chicken broth to thin it out. If the sauce is too thin, let it simmer for a few more minutes to thicken.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the ground turkey is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure it is safe to eat.
Food history:
Ragù is a traditional Italian meat sauce that is typically served over pasta.
Flavor profiles:
The turkey and sage ragù is savory and slightly spicy, with a hint of sweetness from the crushed tomatoes.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the ragù over your favorite pasta or use it as a topping for pizza.
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Region: Italian