Meatballs with Sweet and Sassy Sauce
Serves 8
Meatballs made with a blend of ground turkey and beef are simmered in a spicy, slightly sweet sauce that goes well with your favorite pasta.
Meatballs with Sweet and Sassy Sauce
Ingredients
MEATBALLS
- 1 pound ground turkey breast
- 1 pound ground sirloin
- 6 tablespoons egg substitute
- 3/4 cup saltine cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup finely shredded Asiago cheese
- 3 tablespoons minced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
SAUCE
- 1 cup medium salsa
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) reduced fat and sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (12 ounces) tomato paste
- 6 packets Equal® sweetener*
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Jamaican jerk seasoning
- Hot cooked pasta, optional
*Substitute 1/4 cup Equal Spoonful for the packets.
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- For Meatballs, combine all ingredients. Shape into 1-1/2-inch diameter meatballs. Place on 15 x 10-inch baking pan. Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until meatballs reach an internal temperature of 160°F. Remove pan from oven to wire rack.
- Meanwhile, for Sauce, combine all ingredients in a large saucepan. Place cooked meatballs in sauce. Heat to simmer on medium heat. Simmer, covered, 20 minutes to blend flavors. Serve over hot cooked pasta, if desired.
NUTRITIONAL ANALYSIS DOES NOT INCLUDE PASTA.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
- Calories: 226
- Protein: 29 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fat: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 56 mg
- Sodium: 654 mg
Exchanges
- Lean Meat - 3
- Vegetable - 1
- Starch - 1/2
