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Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce

Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce
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If you’re on the lookout for a heartwarming dish to enjoy this season, Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce fits the bill perfectly! This recipe combines juicy turkey meatballs with a creamy pumpkin sage sauce, creating a delightful and comforting meal that’s perfect for chilly evenings. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or just need a quick weeknight dinner, this dish is both satisfying and easy to prepare. In under an hour, you can serve up a plateful of flavors that will leave everyone coming back for more.

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 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 for frying
  • 2 tablespoons ghee
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup finely minced onion
  • 6 cloves garlic, pressed
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 15 ounces 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. In a large bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk; let soak for 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add onion, garlic, sage, parsley, Italian seasoning, parmesan cheese, and eggs; mix well.
  3. Gently fold in ground turkey with salt and pepper until combined.
  4. Form into meatballs and chill in the freezer for 20-25 minutes.
  5. Sear meatballs in olive oil until golden brown on all sides.
  6. In the same skillet, sauté onion in ghee and olive oil; add garlic and Italian seasoning.
  7. Whisk in pumpkin puree and chicken stock; simmer gently.
  8. Stir in parmesan cheese, heavy cream, maple syrup, and sage before adding meatballs back into the sauce.

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