Turkey Bolognese with Penne Recipe

Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add ground turkey and cook until well browned 5 to 7 minutes. Add carrots onion celery garlic thyme and red pepper flakes. Cook and stir until vegetables are tender 5 to 10 minutes. Drain and discard grease if necessary. Add white wine; cook and stir until almost completely evaporated about 5 minutes. Add tomato sauce tomato juice and parsley. Reduce heat and simmer until sauce reaches a thick consistency about 20 minutes.

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite about 11 minutes. Drain and return to the pot. Add the sauce and Parmesan cheese; mix well. Season with salt and pepper.