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Pork, Apple, and Sage Meatballs

Savory Pork, Apple, and Sage Meatballs for Cozy Nights

Delight in these comforting Pork, Apple, and Sage Meatballs, a perfect dish for cozy autumn evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 3 medium Sweet Potatoes Regular or Yukon gold potatoes can be used.
  • 4 tablespoons Salted Butter Unsalted butter gives more control over salt levels.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Consider milk for a lighter alternative.
For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Pork Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 cup Panko Regular breadcrumbs can be used.
  • 1 large Granny Smith Apple Best for sweetness and moisture.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Sage Use dried sage in smaller amounts if needed.
  • 2 cloves Grated Garlic Garlic powder can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Allspice Can be replaced with nutmeg or omitted.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • pot
  • Masher
  • Oven

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Peel and cube the sweet potatoes, then boil them in water until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and mash with salted butter, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground pork, panko breadcrumbs, grated apple, chopped sage, garlic, salt, pepper, allspice, and egg. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Roll the mixture into meatballs about 1.5 inches in diameter and place on a lined baking sheet.
  4. Preheat oven to 400°F. Bake meatballs for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through until browned and cooked through.
  5. For extra crispiness, broil meatballs for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  6. Serve on a bed of creamy sweet potatoes, optionally garnished with crispy sage leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 15gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Optional: Drizzle with balsamic glaze for added flavor.

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