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Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 400F.
2
Melt the butter in a pan set over medium heat.
3
Add the onions and celery, a pinch of salt, and cracked black pepper. Cook for 6-8 minutes, or until slightly softened. Set aside to cool.
4
Make a panade by mixing together breadcrumbs and milk and let sit until the breadcrumbs soak up the liquid.
5
In a large bowl, add the turkey, cooled vegetables, spices, remaining salt, and herbs.
6
Add the panade, parmesan cheese, eggs, and oil.
7
Mix the meatballs together until just combined. Overmixing will make the meatballs tough.
8
Using a 1 ½ tablespoon size scoop for small meatballs (or a 3 tbsp scoop for large ones), scoop and roll them into meatballs and distribute them onto two baking sheets lined with parchment. Tip: spray the scoop and your hands with non-stick spray to keep the mixture from sticking.
9
Bake for 12-15 minutes, then swap the trays and flip each meatball over.
10
Bake for another 10 minutes until slightly golden and the internal temperature measures 165F with an instant read thermometer.
11
Serve with your favorite gravy and mashed potatoes.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Master the Panade Technique 🥛Soak your breadcrumbs in milk for 2-3 minutes before mixing to create a paste that traps moisture and keeps turkey meatballs incredibly juicy, preventing the dry texture turkey is notorious for.
- Brown Aromatics First 🧅Sauté the diced onion and celery in butter until deeply caramelized before folding into the meat mixture—this concentrates their flavors and adds richness that mimics traditional Thanksgiving stuffing.
- Don't Overwork the Mixture 👐Mix ingredients gently with your hands for just 30-40 seconds until barely combined; overworking develops gluten in the breadcrumbs, resulting in dense, tough meatballs instead of tender ones.
- Chill Before Cooking ❄️Refrigerate the meatball mixture for at least 30 minutes to help them hold their shape during cooking and allow the flavors to meld for a more cohesive taste.
- Use Fresh Herbs Strategically 🌿Reserve half your fresh rosemary, thyme, and sage to sprinkle on cooked meatballs rather than mixing entirely into the raw mixture, preserving their vibrant holiday flavors and visual appeal.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Low Sugar
Low Carb
High Protein
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Nutrition Per Serving
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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