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Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce

Savory Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce for Cozy Nights

A delightful twist on traditional meatballs, Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce combines savory turkey and rich pumpkin for a perfect fall dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Turkey or ground chicken
  • 1 cup Fresh Breadcrumbs or panko for crispiness
  • 1/2 cup Milk or almond milk for dairy-free
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Sage chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese or nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • 1 large Egg whole and yolk
For the Pumpkin Sage Sauce
  • 1 can Canned Pumpkin Puree can use pure pumpkin
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or coconut cream for dairy-free

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Skillet
  • Pot
  • Parchment-lined baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak fresh breadcrumbs in milk for about 5 minutes until softened. In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, sautéed onion, minced garlic, chopped fresh sage, eggs, and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into meatballs, aiming for a diameter of about 1 to 2 inches and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat, add oil, and cook the meatballs in batches for about 5 to 7 minutes, turning occasionally to brown all sides.
  4. In a separate pot, combine canned pumpkin puree, heavy cream, minced garlic, and more chopped fresh sage over low heat. Stir continuously for about 5 minutes until heated through.
  5. Gently add the cooked meatballs into the simmering pumpkin sage sauce and stir delicately to coat, allowing them to meld for about 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Gentle mixing and uniform sizing are crucial for perfect meatballs. Avoid boiling the sauce when reheating meatballs to prevent separation.

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