Turkey Meatballs in Paprika Tomato Sauce
- Prep Time
- 6Servings
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 onions, finely chopped
- 2 ribs celery, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 14 1/2 ounce can diced fire-roasted tomatoes
- 1 12 ounce jar roasted red peppers, drained
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- Salt and pepper
- 1/2 cup unseasoned bread crumbs
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 1/2 pounds ground dark meat turkey
Preparation
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions, celery and garlic and cook, stirring often, until softened, 7 minutes. Transfer 1 1/3 cups of the onion mixture to a large bowl; let cool. Reserve the skillet.
Using a food processor, puree the tomatoes and roasted peppers. Add the puree to the skillet and bring to a boil over medium heat. Stir in the paprika and season with salt and pepper; transfer to a large slow cooker, cover and set to low temperature.
Whisk the bread crumbs, egg, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper into the remaining onion mixture. Mix in the turkey. Form 1 1/2-inch meatballs. Add the meatballs to the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low heat for 6 hours.
