Herbed Balsamic Turkey Meatballs

Servings:  3-4
Skill Level:  Beginner
Total Time:  30 minutes
Ingredients:

• 1 lb.             Ground turkey

• 1 each          Egg, large

• 1 T.             Balsamic vinegar, aged

• ½ cup          Panko bread crumbs

• 1 tsp.            Herbs, dried mix of choice (e.g., thyme, rosemary, basil)

• ½ tsp.          Salt 

Preparation:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

2. In a large mixing bowl, add all ingredients until well combined.

3. Portion 10-12 meatballs out of mixture, roughly 2 T. per meatball and set aside.

4. Preheat cast iron pan to medium high heat.

5. Sear meatball for 3-4 minutes on each side.

6. Bake in oven until done, roughly 15-20 minutes. 

7. Enjoy with sides of choice (e.g., zucchini noodles and sourdough bread).  Freezes well. 

Serving Size:  3 meatballs 

Nutrition Information:  a great protein option that reheats well for any future meal.  Pairs well with pasta, gnocchi or risotto.