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Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce

Cozy Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce for Fall Nights

A comforting dish of Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce perfect for fall, combining rich flavors and nutritious ingredients.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Turkey Lean for moist meatballs
  • 1 cup Fresh Breadcrumbs Substitute with panko for crunch
  • 1/4 cup Milk Any type works well
  • 1 medium Onion Finely minced
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is recommended
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Sage Dried sage can be used if fresh is unavailable
  • 1 tp Italian Seasoning Mix of oregano and thyme can substitute
  • 1 large Eggs Whole egg plus an extra yolk adds richness
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated works best
For the Sauce
  • 1 can Canned Pumpkin Puree Choose organic for best quality
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Half-and-half can be used for a lighter version
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • parchment-lined baking sheet

Method
 

Meatball Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine soaked fresh breadcrumbs, ground turkey, finely minced onion, garlic, chopped fresh sage, Italian seasoning, eggs, and grated parmesan cheese. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Scoop out portions of the mixture and roll them into meatballs, about 1–1.5 inches in diameter. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs in a single layer and cook for 5–7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
Sauce Preparation
  1. In the same skillet, add canned pumpkin puree and heavy cream over medium heat. Stir continuously until well combined and heated through.
  2. Add salt and pepper to taste, stirring until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  3. Return the cooked meatballs to the skillet, gently coating them in the pumpkin sage sauce. Simmer for an additional 2–3 minutes.
  4. Serve hot over your choice of gnocchi, pasta, or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and avoid overmixing the meatball mixture.

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