Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce, an ideal dish for cozy dinners or festive gatherings. This delightful meal features tender turkey meatballs enveloped in a creamy pumpkin sauce infused with aromatic sage, capturing the essence of fall in every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser that will impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups fresh breadcrumbs (or panko 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 plus 1 cup organic pumpkin puree
- 1 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to your taste)
- 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
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine fresh breadcrumbs with milk and let sit for 2-3 minutes.
- Mix in onion, garlic, sage, parsley, Italian seasoning, parmesan cheese, egg, and yolk until well combined. Gently fold in ground turkey and season with salt and pepper.
- Form meatballs using a 2-tablespoon scoop and chill on a parchment-lined platter for 20-25 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear meatballs until browned on all sides (about 10 minutes) and cooked through.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic until softened. Stir in pumpkin puree, chicken stock, salt, pepper, and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Whisk in parmesan cheese, cream, maple syrup, and sage. Add meatballs back into the sauce to warm through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball (80g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg