Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce
Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce are a cozy, heartwarming dish that perfectly captures the essence of fall. Tender turkey meatballs are enveloped in a creamy pumpkin sage sauce that fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. This comforting meal is ideal for chilly evenings and family gatherings, offering a delightful balance of savory and sweet flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-seasoned)
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 6 fresh sage leaves (or 2 tsp dried sage)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, sage, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
- Form mixture into meatballs about 1 inch in diameter and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown.
- In a skillet over medium heat, combine heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir in pumpkin puree and simmer while stirring.
- Add additional sage, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper; cook for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Gently add baked meatballs to the sauce for another 5 minutes to soak up flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs with sauce (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Substitute ground turkey with chicken or beef for variety. For extra richness, use breadcrumbs soaked in milk. Butternut squash puree can replace pumpkin for a different twist.