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Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce

Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce
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If you’re craving a heartwarming dish that encapsulates the essence of fall, these Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce are the answer! Bursting with savory flavors, this recipe combines juicy turkey meatballs with a luscious pumpkin sage sauce that’s perfect for cozy dinners or festive family gatherings. The harmonious blend of sweet pumpkin and earthy sage creates a comforting meal everyone will love. Easy enough for novice cooks yet impressive enough to serve at special occasions, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.

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 through garlic press
  • 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 over top
  • 2 tablespoons ghee or unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup finely minced onion
  • 6 cloves garlic, pressed through garlic press
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 15 ounce can organic pumpkin puree
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 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. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment.
  2. In a bowl, soak breadcrumbs in milk for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Mix in onion, garlic, sage, parsley, Italian seasoning, parmesan cheese, egg, and ground turkey until just combined.
  4. Shape mixture into meatballs (about 2 tablespoons each) and chill in the freezer for 20-25 minutes.
  5. Sear meatballs in a skillet until browned on all sides and cooked through.
  6. For the sauce, sauté onion and garlic in ghee and olive oil; add pumpkin puree and chicken stock, whisking until smooth.
  7. Stir in grated parmesan, heavy cream, maple syrup, and sage; return meatballs to sauce to heat through.

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