Ground Turkey Pasta

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground turkey
• 1 packet pasta seasoning
• 2 cups water
• 1/4 cup water for deglazing
• chopped parsley, optional

Instructions

1. Place half of the ground turkey into a cold pan.
2. Turn the heat to medium and break up the turkey as it heats.
3. Add salt and pepper if available.
4. Empty half the seasoning packet into the turkey and mix well.
5. Let it simmer for about 1-2 minutes to evaporate water.
6. Add the pasta directly to the pan and toast for about 1-2 minutes.
7. Add 1/4 cup of water to deglaze the pan, scraping up the fond.
8. Add the remaining 1.75 cups of water and the rest of the seasoning packet.
9. Mix well and bring to a simmer for about 3-4 minutes.