Turkey Tagliatelle Bolognese

A very yummy turkey tagliatelle bolognese recipe :)

You’ll Need (4 servings)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped

• 1 carrot, finely diced

• 1 celery stick, finely diced

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 500g minced turkey

• 1 tbsp tomato paste

• 200g chopped tomatoes or passata

• 200ml (¾ cup) chicken stock or (200 ml water + 3 (or to taste) Bouillon cubes)

• 60ml (¼ cup) milk or cream (optional, but helps mellow acidity and adds richness)

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• 1 tsp thyme or rosemary

• (optional) 1 bay leaf

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

• 300g tagliatelle

• Fresh parsley or basil, for garnish

• Parmesan or Pecorino cheese, to serve

Steps

1. Heat oil in a large pan, and then sauté onion, carrot, and celery for 7 minutes until soft

2. Stir in garlic for 1 minute

3. Add minced turkey, season lightly, and cook until browned

4. Tomato paste: Stir in and cook for 2 minutes to reduce sharpness

5. Add chopped tomatoes, stock (or water and bouillon cubes), herbs, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Simmer gently for 20–25 minutes, adding a splash more stock if needed

6. Stir in milk or cream for a smoother, less acidic sauce

7. Cook tagliatelle al dente, then toss it with the sauce until well coated

8. Garnish with herbs and Parmesan and enjoy :)

Served here with a side of turkey meatballs (recipe here)