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Savory Turkey Meatballs

Savory Turkey Meatballs in Creamy Pumpkin Sage Bliss

Delight in Savory Turkey Meatballs, a comforting dish with creamy pumpkin sage sauce for a cozy fall meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Can be substituted with ground chicken.
  • 1 cup Fresh Breadcrumbs Panko breadcrumbs can be used.
  • 1/2 cup Milk No substitutions recommended.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely minced, shallots can be a milder alternative.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be used if fresh is unavailable.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Sage Dried sage can also be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Feel free to swap based on preference.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder, no substitutions recommended.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can replace for dairy-free option.
For the Pumpkin Sauce
  • 1 cup Canned Pumpkin Puree Avoid using pumpkin pie filling.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half for a lighter option.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat a large skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
  2. Soak the fresh breadcrumbs in milk for about 5 minutes.
  3. Combine the ground turkey, soaked breadcrumbs, minced onion, garlic, fresh sage, Italian seasoning, egg, and Parmesan cheese in a mixing bowl.
  4. Shape the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs.
  5. Transfer the meatballs to the preheated skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, until golden brown.
  6. Remove meatballs and prepare the sauce by heating pumpkin puree, heavy cream, and fresh sage in the skillet for 3-5 minutes.
  7. Return cooked meatballs to the skillet and simmer in the sauce for 3-4 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 3meatballsCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure gentle mixing to avoid tough textures. Freeze meatballs in a single layer before bagging for even storage. Reheat with a splash of cream to maintain sauce consistency.

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