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Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce

Tender turkey meatballs simmered in a creamy, savory pumpkin sage sauce for a cozy fall dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Fall
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 egg large
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.75 cup pumpkin purée
  • 0.75 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tsp sage dried

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Mix turkey meatball ingredients and form meatballs.
  2. Brown meatballs in skillet and set aside.
  3. Prepare pumpkin sage sauce in same skillet.
  4. Return meatballs and simmer until cooked through.

Notes

Serve with pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.