Baked Turkey Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

Ingredients

• Ground turkey, 93% lean, raw1 lb 2 oz
• Rolled oats1/2 cup
• Egg1 large
• Onion1 medium, grated
• Carrot1 medium, grated
• Garlic4 cloves, minced
• Fresh parsley1/4 cup
• Dried oregano1 tsp
• Olive oil1 tbsp
• Crushed tomatoes, canned2 cups
• Fresh basil1/4 cup
• Parmesan, grated1/4 cup
• Salt and pepperto taste

Steps

1. Heat the oven to 400 F and line a baking sheet.
2. Combine the turkey, oats, egg, half the onion, the carrot, half the garlic, parsley, oregano, salt and pepper. Shape into 18 to 20 balls and place on the sheet.
3. Bake for 15 minutes until browned.
4. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a pot and cook the remaining onion and garlic for 3 minutes. Add the tomatoes and simmer 10 minutes.
5. Add the meatballs to the sauce and simmer 10 minutes. Top with basil and parmesan.