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Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin-Sage Sauce

Cozy Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin-Sage Sauce for Fall Evenings

Enjoy delicious Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin-Sage Sauce, a comforting dish perfect for fall evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Lean protein source
  • 1 cup Fresh Breadcrumbs Swap with panko for extra crunch
  • 1/2 cup Milk Use almond or soy milk for dairy-free option
  • 1 medium Onion (minced) Shallots can be a milder substitute
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic is best
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Sage Use less dried sage if fresh is unavailable
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Fresh or dried is fine
  • 1 whole Egg 1 yolk also needed
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated) Opt for nutritional yeast for vegan-friendly
For the Sauce
  • 1 can Canned Pumpkin Puree Choose pure pumpkin, not pie filling
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream can replace it for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Season to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Season to taste

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Parchment-lined Baking Sheet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, soak fresh breadcrumbs in milk for about 5 minutes until absorbed.
  2. Gently combine the soaked breadcrumbs with minced onion, garlic, fresh and dried herbs, one whole egg, an additional yolk, and grated Parmesan.
  3. Mix until combined, ensuring the mixture remains tender.
  4. Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
  5. Place meatballs on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add meatballs in batches, cooking for 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. Make sure internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  4. In a separate pan, combine canned pumpkin puree, heavy cream, fresh sage, salt, and pepper.
  5. Heat on low, stirring gently for about 5-7 minutes until well blended.
  6. Transfer cooked meatballs to the pan with the pumpkin sage sauce.
  7. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve meatballs over pasta or creamy polenta for a heartier experience. Adjust seasoning to your preference.

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