Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce
Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce is a delightful dish that combines tender turkey meatballs with a creamy pumpkin-sage sauce, perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings. The rich flavors meld together beautifully, offering a heartwarming meal that everyone will love. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also provides a nutritious boost thanks to its wholesome ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp fresh sage, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, onion, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully incorporated.
- Shape mixture into small meatballs about one inch in diameter and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake meatballs for 20-25 minutes until cooked through and golden brown.
- Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium heat, combine pumpkin puree and chicken broth. Gradually stir in heavy cream and add sage, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Once meatballs are done baking, transfer them into the skillet with the sauce and gently toss until coated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg