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Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce

Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce – A Fall Flavor Hug

This Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce marries savory turkey with creamy pumpkin, making it a perfect fall comfort food.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Turkey Can substitute with ground chicken.
  • 1 cup Fresh Breadcrumbs Swap with panko breadcrumbs if needed.
  • 1/4 cup Milk Soaks breadcrumbs for moisture.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh is preferred.
  • 1/2 medium Onion Finely minced; onion powder can be used.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Sage Dried sage can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning Oregano and thyme can be used.
  • 1 Egg Can replace with a flax egg for plant-based.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast for dairy-free option.
For the Pumpkin Sage Sauce
  • 1 cup Canned Pumpkin Puree Fresh pumpkin can work too.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Half-and-half or coconut cream can lighten it.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, soaked breadcrumbs, minced garlic, finely chopped onion, fresh sage, Italian seasoning, egg, and parmesan cheese. Mix until just combined and form into meatballs.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add the turkey meatballs. Cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat to low and add pumpkin puree, sage, and cream. Stir for 3-5 minutes until creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Gently nestle the cooked meatballs into the sauce and simmer for 3-4 minutes to meld flavors.
  5. Serve the meatballs with the sauce over pasta or gnocchi, garnished with sage or parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, avoid overmixing the meatball ingredients and use fresh herbs for flavor.

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