Turkey, Spinach & Cheese Meatballs - Once Upon a Chef

Name: Turkey, Spinach & Cheese Meatballs - Once Upon a Chef
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 large egg; 3 ounces baby spinach, chopped (3½ cups whole; 1½ cups chopped); 3 scallions, white and green parts, finely sliced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1.25 pounds 93/7 ground turkey (I use Shady Brook Farms); 1.25 pounds Italian turkey sausage, removed from the casings (I use Shady Brook Farms); 1 cup shredded mozzarella (preferably whole milk but low-fat will work); ⅓ cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano, plus more for serving; ½ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs; 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce, homemade or good quality store-bought

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The addition of turkey sausage makes these meatballs tender and flavorful. Serve with polenta or smashed potatoes for a healthy dinner!

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 large egg
3 ounces baby spinach, chopped (3½ cups whole; 1½ cups chopped)
3 scallions, white and green parts, finely sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1.25 pounds 93/7 ground turkey (I use Shady Brook Farms)
1.25 pounds Italian turkey sausage, removed from the casings (I use Shady Brook Farms)
1 cup shredded mozzarella (preferably whole milk but low-fat will work)
⅓ cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano, plus more for serving
½ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce, homemade or good quality store-bought