# Ingredient List:
→ Turkey Meatballs
01 - 1 lb ground turkey
02 - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
03 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1 large egg, beaten
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
07 - 1/2 tsp salt
08 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Pumpkin Sage Sauce
09 - 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
10 - 1 cup chicken broth
11 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
12 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
13 - 1 tbsp fresh sage, finely chopped (or 1 tsp dried sage)
14 - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
15 - 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
16 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
17 - 1 tbsp olive oil
→ For Serving (Optional)
18 - Cooked pasta or rice
19 - Extra Parmesan cheese
20 - Fresh parsley, chopped
# Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, beaten egg, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
03 - Form mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
05 - While meatballs bake, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
06 - Add pumpkin puree and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
07 - Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, sage, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
08 - Add baked meatballs to skillet, turning gently to coat with sauce.
09 - Simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors thoroughly.
10 - Serve meatballs and sauce over pasta or rice, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh parsley if desired.
