Pistachio-Turkey Meatballs in Orange Sauce Recipe

Prep Time: 25 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Makes: 4 1/2 Dozen

Ingredients:
- 2/3 cup of Chopped Pistachios
- 2 Green Onions; Finely Chopped
- 1/4 Cup of Dry Bread Crumbs
- 1 Egg; Lightly Beaten
- 1 Tsp. of Grated Orange Peel
- 1/2 Tsp. of Salt
- 1/8 Tsp. of Pepper
- 1 Lb of Ground Turkey
- 1 Italian Sausage Link (4 oz); Casing Removed
Sauce Ingredients: 
- 3 Tbsp. of Butter
- 1 Tbsp. of Olive Oil
- 1/4 Cup of Finely Chopped Sweet Red Pepper
- 1/8 Tsp. of Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
- 2 Tbsp. of White Wine
- 4 Tsp. of Cornstarch
- 1 Cup of Orange Juice
- 1/2 Cup of Reduced-Sodium Chicken Broth
- 1 Tbsp. of Honey
- 1/2 Tsp. of Grated Orange Peel
- 1 Tbsp. of Minced Fresh Basial
- 2 Tbsp. of Chopped Pistachios

Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375F. In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Add turkey and sausage; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1 inch balls. Place on greased racks in shallow baking pans. Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until cooked through.

2. In a large skillet, heat butter and oil over medium heat. Add the red pepper and pepper flakes; cook and stir for 2 to 3 minutes or until the red pepper is tender. Add wine, cook for another minute.

3. In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch, orange juice,  chicken broth, honey and orange peel until blended. Stir into pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 to 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in basil and meatballs. Sprinkle with pistachios.

Bon Appetit!