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Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce

Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce for Cozy Fall Nights

Enjoy Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce, a cozy fall dish that combines tender meatballs with creamy pumpkin sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Turkey Leaner than beef
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Gluten-free optional
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Substitute with nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • 1 Egg Flax egg for vegan option
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Fresh oregano for vibrant taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil Can replace with avocado oil
For the Pumpkin Sage Sauce
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Avoid sweetened pie filling
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Low-sodium optional
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut milk or Greek yogurt as substitute
  • 2 tablespoon Butter Omit for dairy-free
  • 1 medium Onion (finely chopped) Shallots can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Sage (chopped) Dried sage works too
  • ¼ teaspoon Nutmeg Freshly grated recommended

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • large skillet
  • Plate or baking sheet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Gently mix until just combined.
  2. With your hands, scoop out portions of the mixture and roll them into 1-inch balls. Place them on a plate, leaving space between each.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs in batches for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of butter and reduce heat to medium-low. Sauté finely chopped onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  5. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Stir in pumpkin puree, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Mix in chopped sage, a pinch of nutmeg, and adjust seasonings to taste. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
  7. Nestle the cooked meatballs back into the skillet with the sauce and let them simmer together for about 10-15 minutes.
  8. Serve the turkey meatballs warm, drizzled with the pumpkin sage sauce, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep; reheat gently to maintain moisture.

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