PIZZA PEPPERONI PASTA

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Turkey pepperoni adds classic Italian flavor to this family-friendly main dish that's done in a flash. It's ideal for busy weeknights or for satisfying a potluck crowd. Serve with a green salad and breadsticks, and dinner's done. -Amy Bipes, Topeka, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 cups uncooked whole wheat spiral pasta
1 pound lean ground turkey
1 medium onion, chopped
2-1/2 cups garden-style spaghetti sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
4 ounces sliced turkey pepperoni
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, cook turkey and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the spaghetti sauce, tomatoes, basil, oregano, Worcestershire sauce and pepper; set aside., Drain pasta. Transfer to a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Top with spaghetti sauce mixture and pepperoni. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese., Cover and bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 752mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges