Broccoli with Pasta and Turkey
Ingredients
- 2 pieces of broccoli (washed and broken into pieces)
- Water (for boiling)
- Salt (to taste)
- 1 leek (cut into small pieces)
- 1 carrot (cut into cubes)
- 1 stalk of celery (cut into small pieces)
- 3 tablespoons of oil
- 400 grams of minced turkey (or preferred meat)
- Salt, pepper, sweet paprika, garlic powder, oregano (to taste)
- 1 glass of broccoli soup (or vegetable broth)
- ½ glass of cooking cream
- Boiled pasta (as much as needed)
- 50 grams of grated parmesan cheese
- Cheddar cheese (3 drops or to taste)
- Oven-safe dish
Instructions
- Prepare the Broccoli:
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- Wash the broccoli thoroughly.
- Break it into smaller pieces.
- Boil water in a pot, add salt, and once it starts boiling, add the broccoli.
- Let it boil for about 10 minutes until tender.
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- Prepare the Vegetables:
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- Cut leek, carrot, and celery into small pieces.
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- Cook the Meat and Vegetables:
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- In a pan, heat 2-3 tablespoons of oil.
- Add 400 grams of minced turkey (or your preferred meat) and the prepared vegetables.
- Cook on medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring until the meat changes color.
- Season with salt, pepper, sweet paprika, garlic powder, and oregano. Mix well.
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- Add Liquids:
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- Pour in about 1 glass of broccoli soup (or vegetable broth) and ½ glass of cooking cream.
- Let it simmer until the liquid reduces.
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- Assemble the Dish:
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- In an oven-safe dish, place the drained broccoli.
- Pour the meat and vegetable mixture over the broccoli.
- Add the boiled pasta and mix gently.
- Grate 50 grams of parmesan cheese and sprinkle on top.
- Add 3 drops of cheddar cheese for extra flavor.
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- Bake:
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- Preheat your oven to 200°C.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
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- Serve:
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- Remove from the oven and serve hot.
- Enjoy your Broccoli with Pasta and Turkey!
This is a great family-friendly dish, packed with vegetables, protein, and pasta for a wholesome meal -