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Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce

Tender turkey meatballs simmered in a creamy pumpkin sage sauce for a comforting fall dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatballs
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
  • 0.25 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
Pumpkin Sage Sauce
  • 1 cup pumpkin purée
  • 0.75 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp fresh sage chopped

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line baking sheet.
  2. Mix all meatball ingredients gently in a bowl.
  3. Form meatballs and bake 18–22 minutes.
  4. Sauté garlic and sage in a skillet.
  5. Add pumpkin, cream, and broth; simmer until smooth.
  6. Add meatballs to sauce and simmer briefly before serving.

Notes

Serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.