Imen Dridi Gordon Ramsay’s Turkey Pasta is a flavorful dish made with ground turkey, tomato sauce, garlic, and Italian seasoning, served over cooked pasta shells. This recipe serves 6 and takes approximately 30-40 minutes to prepare, making it a satisfying meal for the whole family.
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🧡 Why You’ll Love This Turkey Pasta Recipe:
- Flavorful Ground Turkey: The ground turkey is seasoned with homemade Italian seasoning, adding depth and richness to the dish.
- Rich Tomato Sauce: The tomato sauce is made with garlic, tomato paste, and anchovy paste, creating a savory and robust flavor profile.
- Creamy Texture: The addition of heavy cream adds a creamy texture to the sauce, making it luxurious and satisfying.
- Quick and Easy: With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, this recipe is easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights.
- Balanced Flavors: The combination of savory turkey, tangy tomato sauce, and creamy texture creates a well-balanced and satisfying meal.
❓ What Is Gordon Ramsay’s Turkey Pasta Recipe?
Gordon Ramsay’s Turkey Pasta recipe features seasoned ground turkey cooked with garlic, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and anchovy paste, finished with heavy cream, served over cooked pasta shells, and garnished with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
🍗 Gordon Ramsay Turkey Pasta Ingredients
- 8 oz. medium dried pasta shells
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion minced
- 1 teaspoon salt separated
- 5 garlic cloves peeled and minced
- 1 lb. ground turkey (we used 93% lean, 7% fat)
- 3 tablespoons homemade Italian seasoning
- 1 15-oz. can tomato sauce
- ½ cup starchy pasta water
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons anchovy paste
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh chopped parsley
🍝 How To Make Gordon Ramsay Turkey Pasta
- As the water boils, add salt to a big pot. Put the pasta in. Once the pasta is al dente, it’s done. Save 1 cup of the thick pasta water before you strain the pasta. Make the pasta strain. Before you eat it, rinse the pasta with cold water and set it away.
- Put in olive oil. Before you add the onion, make sure the olive oil smells good. Then, add ¼ teaspoon of salt. After cooking the onion for two to three minutes, add the garlic. Add the onion and toss it in. Cook for one more minute.
- Add the ground turkey to the pan and sprinkle with Italian seasoning once the garlic smells good. Cut the ground turkey into small pieces. Cook the turkey until it’s almost done but still has some pink in it.
- Put in the tomato sauce and ½ cup of the thick pasta water. Mix them together in the pan. After that, add the tomato paste and anchovy paste to the pan and mix them together with a whisk. Bring everything together to a boil.
- Low-level the heat, let the tomato sauce boil, and keep cooking the ground turkey for another 4 to 6 minutes. Add ¼ teaspoon more salt to the sauce after tasting it. Add ¼ teaspoon more salt at a time until you’re happy with the amount you have.
- Slowly add the heavy cream to the sauce while it is still on a low boil. Keep stirring the sauce until it is all mixed together.
- After that, add the pasta to the tomato sauce and mix it in. Let the noodles get hot in the sauce.
- A pan with pasta and meat sauce in it. Add fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese on top, and then eat.
💭 Recipe Tips:
- Season the Pasta Water: Adding salt to the boiling water before cooking the pasta helps to season the pasta from within.
- Save Pasta Water: Reserve about 1 cup of the starchy pasta water before draining the cooked pasta. It can be used to thin out the sauce later if needed.
- Properly Saute Onions and Garlic: Cook the minced onions and garlic in olive oil until they are fragrant and translucent. This helps to release their flavors and aromas into the dish.
- Season Ground Turkey: Season the ground turkey with homemade Italian seasoning for added flavor. Break up the turkey into small pieces as it cooks to ensure even cooking.
- Adjust Salt Levels: Taste the sauce as you season it with salt. Add salt gradually and adjust to your taste preferences.
- Add Heavy Cream Slowly: Pour the heavy cream into the sauce slowly while stirring continuously. This helps to prevent curdling and ensures a smooth sauce.
🥗 What To Serve With Turkey Pasta?
Serve Turkey Pasta with a side salad dressed in balsamic vinaigrette for a refreshing contrast, pair it with garlic bread or toasted ciabatta slices to soak up the delicious sauce.
🎚 How To Store Leftovers Turkey Pasta?
- Refrigerator: Place Leftovers Turkey Pasta in an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Freezer: You can freeze Leftovers Turkey Pasta by placing it in a freezer-safe container or resealable plastic bag for up to 2-3 months.
🥵 Can I Reheat Leftovers Turkey Pasta?
- In The Stovetop: Heat Leftovers Turkey Pasta over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes or until warmed through.
- Microwave: Microwave Leftovers Turkey Pasta on high in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, for approximately 1-2 minutes or until heated to your desired temperature.
FAQ’S
Can I use ground chicken instead of turkey in Turkey Pasta?
Yes, you can substitute ground chicken for turkey in this recipe both meats have similar flavors and textures, so the dish will still turn out delicious.
What type of pasta works best for Turkey Pasta?
Medium-sized pasta shells or any short pasta shape like penne, rigatoni, or fusilli work well for this dish they hold the sauce and meat nicely.
How do I prevent the pasta from sticking together when storing leftovers?
After cooking the pasta, toss it with a little olive oil to prevent sticking before storing it in the refrigerator or freezer.
What can I do if the sauce is too thick?
If the sauce becomes too thick, you can thin it out by adding a little more pasta water or chicken broth until you reach your desired consistency.
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Gordon Ramsay Turkey Pasta Nutrition Fact
Amount Per Serving
- Calories 373.5
- Total Fat 17.9g
- Saturated Fat 10.7g
- Cholesterol 44.0mg
- Sodium 1,145.6mg
- Potassium 323.9mg
- Total Carbohydrate 32.9g
- Dietary Fiber 5.0g
- Sugars 4.8g
- Protein 21.8g
Gordon Ramsay Turkey Pasta
Description
Gordon Ramsay’s Turkey Pasta is a flavorful dish made with ground turkey, tomato sauce, garlic, and Italian seasoning, served over cooked pasta shells. This recipe serves 6 and takes approximately 30-40 minutes to prepare, making it a satisfying meal for the whole family.
Ingredients
Instructions
- As the water boils, add salt to a big pot. Put the pasta in. Once the pasta is al dente, it’s done. Save 1 cup of the thick pasta water before you strain the pasta. Make the pasta strain. Before you eat it, rinse the pasta with cold water and set it away.
- Put in olive oil. Before you add the onion, make sure the olive oil smells good. Then, add ¼ teaspoon of salt. After cooking the onion for two to three minutes, add the garlic. Add the onion and toss it in. Cook for one more minute.
- Add the ground turkey to the pan and sprinkle with Italian seasoning once the garlic smells good. Cut the ground turkey into small pieces. Cook the turkey until it’s almost done but still has some pink in it.
- Put in the tomato sauce and ½ cup of the thick pasta water. Mix them together in the pan. After that, add the tomato paste and anchovy paste to the pan and mix them together with a whisk. Bring everything together to a boil.
- Low-level the heat, let the tomato sauce boil, and keep cooking the ground turkey for another 4 to 6 minutes. Add ¼ teaspoon more salt to the sauce after tasting it. Add ¼ teaspoon more salt at a time until you’re happy with the amount you have.
- Slowly add the heavy cream to the sauce while it is still on a low boil. Keep stirring the sauce until it is all mixed together.
- After that, add the pasta to the tomato sauce and mix it in. Let the noodles get hot in the sauce.
- A pan with pasta and meat sauce in it. Add fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese on top, and then eat.
Notes
- Season the Pasta Water: Adding salt to the boiling water before cooking the pasta helps to season the pasta from within.
- Save Pasta Water: Reserve about 1 cup of the starchy pasta water before draining the cooked pasta. It can be used to thin out the sauce later if needed.
- Properly Saute Onions and Garlic: Cook the minced onions and garlic in olive oil until they are fragrant and translucent. This helps to release their flavors and aromas into the dish.
- Season Ground Turkey: Season the ground turkey with homemade Italian seasoning for added flavor. Break up the turkey into small pieces as it cooks to ensure even cooking.
- Adjust Salt Levels: Taste the sauce as you season it with salt. Add salt gradually and adjust to your taste preferences.
- Add Heavy Cream Slowly: Pour the heavy cream into the sauce slowly while stirring continuously. This helps to prevent curdling and ensures a smooth sauce.
