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Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce

Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce
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Enjoy savory Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce packed with fall flavors! Try this delicious recipe today for a comforting dinner option!

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups fresh breadcrumbs (or panko 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
  • 1 large whole egg plus 1 yolk
  • 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey
  • 1 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Olive oil or avocado oil for brushing
  • 2 tablespoons ghee or unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup finely minced onion
  • 6 cloves garlic, pressed
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 15 ounce can plus 1 cup organic pumpkin puree
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 3/4 cups chicken stock
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk; let soak for 2-3 minutes. Mix in onion, garlic, sage, parsley, Italian seasoning, parmesan, egg, salt, and pepper.
  2. Gently add ground turkey until just combined; shape into meatballs and freeze for 20-25 minutes.
  3. Sear meatballs in a heated skillet until browned and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
  4. In the same skillet, sauté onion in ghee and olive oil; add garlic and Italian seasoning before whisking in pumpkin puree and chicken stock. Simmer briefly.
  5. Stir in cream, maple syrup, parmesan, and sage before adding back cooked meatballs to warm through.

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