Description
Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce is a comforting fall dish that combines juicy turkey meatballs with a luscious pumpkin sage sauce. Perfect for cozy family dinners, this recipe fills your kitchen with warm aromas and creates a delightful culinary experience. Serve it over pasta or crusty bread for an unforgettable meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh sage, chopped
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, breadcrumbs, onion, sage, salt, and pepper until combined.
3. Form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
4. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
5. In a skillet over medium heat, combine pumpkin puree, chicken broth, and heavy cream; stir until smooth.
6. Gently add the baked meatballs to the sauce and simmer for a few minutes to meld flavors.
7. Serve warm with crusty bread or pasta.
Notes
For an extra touch of flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the sauce. These meatballs can also be made ahead and frozen. Simply reheat gently in the sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball (100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 80mg