Ground Turkey Brown Butter Sage Stuffed Pumpkins
Ground Turkey Brown Butter Sage Stuffed Pumpkins are the perfect autumn dish that combines savory ground turkey with nutty brown butter and aromatic sage, all encased in tender sugar pumpkins. This delightful recipe offers a warm, cozy flavor profile, making it ideal for Thanksgiving dinner or any fall gathering. Each bite brings comfort and nostalgia, creating a memorable dining experience for family and friends.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Autumn
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 small sugar pumpkins (about 1 pound each)
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup fresh sage, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash pumpkins, cut off tops, and scoop out seeds.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter until golden brown. Add onion and garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Stir in ground turkey and sage; cook until turkey is browned (about 5-7 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Spoon mixture into each pumpkin generously. Place on the baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes or until tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pumpkin (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg