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Italian-style Turkey Meatball Skewers

6 slices whole grain bread, toasted1 pound lean ground turkey2 egg whites1 small white onion, diced½ cup fresh basil, chopped¼ cup sun dried tomatoes, packed in oil, diced2 teaspoons garlic, chopped½ teaspoon ground black pepper½ teaspoon sea salt36 4-inch bamboo skewers36 fresh basil leaves18 cherry tomatoes, cut in half2 cups marinara saucePreheat oven to 375°F. Foil-line one baking sheet.Break bread slices into pieces; place in blender or food processor. Process until finely ground into crumbs. Remove C\v cup, reserve remaining bread crumbs.Combine turkey, 3/4 cup bread crumbs, egg whites, onion, chopped basil, sun dried tomatoes, garlic, pepper and salt in medium bowl. Divide turkey mixture into 36 1-inch balls; roll in remaining bread crumbs. Place on baking sheet.Bake 25 to 30 minutes, until cooked through. Remove from oven.Assemble meatballs, basil leaves and tomatoes on skewers. Serve with marinara sauce.Makes 12 servings.Nutritional Information per Serving:Calories: 120Total Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 380mgTotal Carbs: 12gDietary Fiber: 2gProtein: 12gWhole Grains: 3g

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