Turkey meatballs in sweet tomato sauce for kids
Soft turkey meatballs simmered in a mild tomato sauce, easy to freeze and loved by small people.
- Time40 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.06 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Mix the turkey, breadcrumbs, oregano, carrot and a pinch of salt. Roll into 20 small balls.
- 2
Heat half the oil and brown the meatballs for 5 minutes, turning. Lift out onto a plate.
5 min - 3
Add the rest of the oil and cook the onion for 5 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, purée and sugar.
5 min - 4
Return the meatballs to the pan, cover and simmer for 15 minutes until cooked through.
15 min - 5
Cook the spaghetti as the packet says and drain.
- 6
Serve the meatballs and sauce over the spaghetti.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.