Party Meatballs in Cream Sauce Recipe

Name: Party Meatballs in Cream Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 slices white bread; ½ cup milk; ½ cup onion, finely minced; 1 garlic clove, finely minced; ½ cup parmesan cheese, fresh, finely grated (no substitutes); ¾ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon sage, ground; 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped (don't substitute dried); 2 lbs ground turkey, 93% (or as lean as possible); 1 tablespoon butter; 1 ½ tablespoons flour; 1 cup chicken broth, good quality, low sodium; 2 teaspoons beef bouillon, Better Than Bouillon brand (no substitutes); ¾ cup water; 1 garlic clove, sliced in half; ½ teaspoon sage, ground; 1 sprig rosemary (optional); 3 tablespoons half-and-half cream

Servings: persons

3 slices white bread
½ cup milk
½ cup onion, finely minced
1 garlic clove, finely minced
½ cup parmesan cheese, fresh, finely grated (no substitutes)
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon sage, ground
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped (don't substitute dried)
2 lbs ground turkey, 93% (or as lean as possible)
1 tablespoon butter
1 ½ tablespoons flour
1 cup chicken broth, good quality, low sodium
2 teaspoons beef bouillon, Better Than Bouillon brand (no substitutes)
¾ cup water
1 garlic clove, sliced in half
½ teaspoon sage, ground
1 sprig rosemary (optional)
3 tablespoons half-and-half cream

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MEATBALLS: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2
In stand mixer, combine bread and milk.
3
Let stand until milk is fully absorbed, then mix until bread breaks apart.
4
Add next 7 ingredients (onion, minced garlic, Parmesan, salt, pepper, sage, chopped rosemary), and mix until combined.
5
Add turkey, and mix until just combined.
6
(Overmixing results in tougher meatballs.
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).
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Roll into 1 to 1 1/2 inch balls, and place on baking sheet lined with silicone or parchment.
9
Bake 35-40 minutes until meatballs begin to show some color.
10
SAUCE: In a skillet, on low heat, melt butter and add flour.
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Whisk until combined and cooked slightly (no need to brown).
12
Raise heat to medium, and whisk in chicken broth, water and Better Than Bouillon until smooth, and mixture starts to simmer and thicken.
13
Add garlic, sage and rosemary, and simmer for one minute.
14
Turn off heat, and add half & half.
15
Strain sauce through a sieve to remove garlic & herbs, and return to skillet.
16
Remove meatballs from oven, add to skillet, and mix with sauce.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 slices white bread, ½ cup milk, ½ cup onion, finely minced, 1 garlic clove, finely minced, and more.

Yes, Party Meatballs in Cream Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Party Meatballs in Cream Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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