Name: Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Comfort food
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups fresh breadcrumbs; 3 tablespoons milk; 1/2 cup finely minced onion; 4 garlic cloves, pressed through garlic press; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage; 1 tablespoon chopped parsley; 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning; 1/2 cup grated parmesan; 1 large whole egg plus 1 yolk; 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey; 1 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; Olive oil or avocado oil, for brushing over top and lightly frying; 2 tablespoons ghee or unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 cup finely minced onion; 6 cloves garlic, pressed through garlic press; 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning; 15 ounce can organic pumpkin puree; 1 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 3/4 cups chicken stock; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 2 tablespoons maple syrup; 1 tablespoon chopped, fresh sage; Fried sage leaves, optional garnish

Description

Indulge in the warmth of Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce, a cozy dish that perfectly captures the essence of fall. This comforting recipe combines juicy turkey meatballs with a creamy pumpkin and sage sauce, creating a delightful meal that your whole family will love. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, these meatballs are not only easy to prepare but also versatile, allowing you to pair them with pasta, mashed potatoes, or enjoy them on their own. With wholesome ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up this delicious comfort food any time you need a satisfying dish.

Ingredients

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1 1/2 cups fresh breadcrumbs
3 tablespoons milk
1/2 cup finely minced onion
4 garlic cloves, pressed through garlic press
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/2 cup grated parmesan
1 large whole egg plus 1 yolk
1 1/2 pounds ground turkey
1 1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Olive oil or avocado oil, for brushing over top and lightly frying
2 tablespoons ghee or unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup finely minced onion
6 cloves garlic, pressed through garlic press
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
15 ounce can organic pumpkin puree
1 1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 3/4 cups chicken stock
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 tablespoon chopped, fresh sage
Fried sage leaves, optional garnish

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Instructions

Combine breadcrumbs and milk in a large bowl; let soak for 2-3 minutes.
Add minced onion, garlic, herbs, parmesan cheese, and eggs; mix well.
Fold in ground turkey along with salt and pepper; form into meatballs.
Chill meatballs for 20-25 minutes before searing in a skillet until browned.
Prepare the sauce by sautéing onions and garlic, then whisk in pumpkin puree and chicken stock; simmer.
Stir in cream and parmesan before adding meatballs back into the sauce; heat through.
Serve over your choice of pasta or on its own.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 3 meatballs (approximately 150g)
Calories: 340
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 26g
Cholesterol: 130mg