PISTACHIO-TURKEY MEATBALLS IN ORANGE SAUCE

Pistachio-Turkey Meatballs in Orange Sauce image

Pistachios and a bright, spicy orange sauce flavored with honey and basil make these mini meatballs a real party favorite. - Jeanne Holt, Mendota Heights, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 4-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 22

Ingredients

2/3 cup chopped pistachios
2 green onions, finely chopped
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 pound ground turkey
1 Italian sausage link (4 ounces), casing removed
SAUCE:
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons white wine
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1 cup orange juice
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped pistachios

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Add turkey and sausage; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-in. balls., Place meatballs on greased racks in shallow baking pans. Bake 18-20 minutes or until cooked through., In a large skillet, heat butter and oil over medium heat. Add red pepper and pepper flakes; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until red pepper is tender. Add wine; cook 1 minute longer., In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch, orange juice, broth, honey and orange zest until blended. Stir into pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in basil and meatballs. Sprinkle with pistachios.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 49 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 66mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.