Wrestling Recipe's Week 3 - Royalty Turkey Bolognese

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Eating delicious food while dieting and watching carb intake can be a hassle and nightmare. As a result of my dad's diabetes, I have learned from his nutritionist that one can eat all they want as long as they have a balance of protein and carbs as the proteins will break down the carbs. The results speak for themselves as my dad, who doesn't work out, has lost 15-pounds and several sizes around his waist as a result of having a balance of carbs and proteins with every meal.

In the Oct. 2007 issue of WWE Magazine, this recipe for Layla's Turkey Bolognese was featured and makes quite a dish as you get both your carbs and proteins in this simple meal that anyone can make.

INGREDIENTS:
*2 tsp. minced garlic
*2 tsp. olive oil
*2 tsp. chopped onion
*1 can chopped tomatoes
*1 package ground turkey (extra lean)
*1 cup marinara sauce
*1 pinch thyme
*1 pinch cumin
*1 pinch basil
*1 pinch paprika
*1 packet of Splenda
*Salt and pepper
*Whole wheat pasta

DIRECTIONS:
1) In a pan, heat oil.
2) Add one teaspoon garlic, onions, salt and pepper.
3) Add turkey, then season with paprika,c umin, thyme, basil, salt and pepper.
4) When meat is cooked, add chopped tomatoes, sauce and the second teaspoon of garlic, onions, salt and pepper.
5) Simmer until ready.
6) Place pot of water on high heat and add salt, pepper, oil and Splenda.
7) When water is boiling, add pasta.
8) Once pasta is tender, drain water and serve with sauce.