Turkey, Spinach & Cheese Meatballs - Once Upon a Chef

Name: Turkey, Spinach & Cheese Meatballs - Once Upon a Chef
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 1 large egg; 3 oz baby spinach, (chopped (3½ cups whole; 1½ cups chopped)); 3 scallions, (white and green parts, thinly sliced); 3 cloves garlic, (minced); 1¼ lb 93% ground turkey ((I use Shady Brook Farms)); 1¼ lb Italian turkey sausage, (removed from the casings (I use Shady Brook Farms)); 1 cup shredded mozzarella ((preferably whole milk)); ⅓ cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano, (plus more for serving); ½ cup Italian-style bread crumbs ((such as Progresso)); 1 (24-oz) jar marinara sauce, homemade or good quality such as Rao's

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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 oz baby spinach, (chopped (3½ cups whole; 1½ cups chopped))
3 scallions, (white and green parts, thinly sliced)
3 cloves garlic, (minced)
1¼ lb 93% ground turkey ((I use Shady Brook Farms))
1¼ lb Italian turkey sausage, (removed from the casings (I use Shady Brook Farms))
1 cup shredded mozzarella ((preferably whole milk))
⅓ cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano, (plus more for serving)
½ cup Italian-style bread crumbs ((such as Progresso))
1 (24-oz) jar marinara sauce, homemade or good quality such as Rao's