Meal # 3

Turkeyball Subs
*Adapted from Makeover Moms

Ingredients

·        2 lbs, ground turkey

·        ½ cup cooked black lentils

·        ¾ cup bread crumbs

·        1 egg

·        1 1/2 cups pasta sauce

·        3 tbls olive oil

·        1 medium carrot, peeled and shredded, (about 3/4 cup)

·        ¼ cup diced onion

·        2 garlic cloves, minced

·        1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, optional

·        4 sub rolls

Directions

1.        Combine ground turkey, lentils, onion, carrot and garlic in large bowl until completely mixed.

2.        Add breadcrumbs and egg, mixing in.

3.        Form 1 ½ - 2 inch balls.

4.        Heat pan with olive oil. Cook thoroughly.

5.        Combine the meatballs, pasta sauce, and carrot in a medium saucepan.

6.        Place over medium-high heat and bring to a simmer. Lower the heat and continue to simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, until the meatballs are heated through, 20 to 25 minutes.

7.        Divide evenly among the rolls, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese as desired, and serve.