Description
Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce is a heartwarming dish that perfectly captures the essence of autumn. Juicy turkey meatballs are enveloped in a creamy pumpkin sauce infused with fragrant sage, creating a comforting flavor experience that’s ideal for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings. Serve these delightful meatballs over pasta or alongside crusty bread for a meal that’s sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-seasoned)
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 tsp dried sage (or 1 tbsp fresh)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, half the pumpkin puree, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Form the mixture into golf-sized meatballs and place them in the baking dish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a skillet over medium heat, combine remaining pumpkin puree, chicken broth, heavy cream, and sage. Stir until well mixed.
- Add baked meatballs to the skillet and let simmer for about five minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs with sauce (about 260g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg