Mild Turkey Meatballs with Plain Pasta

Ground poultry is generally very well tolerated. Skipping the heavy tomato sauce is intentional, as tomatoes and acidic sauces are notorious for causing irritation.

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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. Mix ground turkey with a little salt and a tiny pinch of dried oregano (if you tolerate herbs). Roll into small meatballs and bake on a parchment-lined tray for about 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

  3. Boil plain, white-flour pasta until soft.

  4. Toss the hot pasta and meatballs with a light drizzle of olive oil or a splash of warm chicken broth to keep it moist and flavorful.

From my 7-day low-residue dinner plan. Everyone’s gut is unique. What is safe for one person might be a trigger for another, so swap out any of your known personal triggers.

Part of a bigger plan? See the full 7-day dinner plan.

I am not a doctor or a dietitian. Everyone’s gut is different, so swap out any of your known triggers and check with your care team before changing your diet.

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