Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce, a dish that embodies the essence of fall. These savory turkey meatballs are enveloped in a creamy pumpkin sauce infused with aromatic sage, making them an irresistible option for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. The combination of hearty ingredients creates a satisfying meal that’s both healthy and delicious. Serve over your choice of pasta or mashed potatoes for a complete and versatile dish that will delight family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups fresh breadcrumbs
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 cup finely minced onion
- 4 garlic cloves, pressed
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg plus 1 yolk
- 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk; let sit for 2–3 minutes.
- Add minced onion, garlic, sage, parsley, Italian seasoning, parmesan, egg, and yolk; mix until combined.
- Gently fold in ground turkey with salt and pepper until just mixed.
- Form meatballs using a tablespoon scoop; freeze for 20–25 minutes.
- Brown meatballs in a skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature).
- Prepare the sauce by sautéing onions and garlic in ghee or butter, then whisk in pumpkin puree, chicken stock, salt, pepper, parmesan cheese, heavy cream, maple syrup, and sage. Simmer briefly before adding meatballs to warm through.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 meatballs with sauce (250g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 150mg