Yes, We Cook!

Meatballs – one of my all time fave comfort foods.  But, of course, I found a low-cal version which is very, very good!  Seasoned just right and with a mushroom gravy – definitely hit the spot for the day.  I hope you enjoy as well.

You’ll need:

1 lb lean ground turkey

1/2 c chopped onion

1/4 c plain bread crumbs

1/4 c fresh parsley, snipped

1/2 tsp dried basil, crumbled

1/2 tsp dried oregano, crumbled

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp pepper

8 oz fresh mushroooms sliced

1/2 tbsp dried thyme, crumbled

1 c fat free, no salt added beef broth

2 tsp cornstarch

1. In a large bowl, stir together the turkey, onion, bread crumbs, parsley, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.  Shape into 16 meatballs.

2. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.  Remove from heat and lightly spray with vegetable oil spray.  Cool the meatbals for about 5 minutes, or until golden brown on all sides, turning frequently.  Transfer to a plate.

3. In the same skillet cook the mushrooms and thyme for about 3 minutes, stirring frequently.

4. Return meatballs to skillet and pour on 3/4 c broth.  Reduce the heat to medium; cook, covered, for 6-8 minutes, or until meatballs are heated through.

5. Put the cornstarch in a small bowl and add the remaining broth and whisk.  Add to skillet and stir well.  Simmer for 1 minute until sauce thickens for a gravy consistency.  Yields  4 (4 meatball) servings.  Serve over your choice of side – Enjoy!

Nutritional Information:

Calories: 188

Total Fat: 1.5 g

Cholesterol: 77 mg

Sodium: 423 mg

Carbohydrate: 11 g

Fiber: 2 g

Protein: 31 g

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Tags: gravy, Meatballs, mushroom, turkey

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