Turkey Sweet and Sour Meatballs

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Turkey Sweet and Sour Meatballs

Recipe By : Eating Well Cookbook/ Volume 1 1991
Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Zz- Passover (Appetizers) Appetizers

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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SAUCE:
48 ounces tomato sauce
1 small onion -- minced
1/2 red bell pepper -- seeded and minced
1/2 green bell pepper -- seeded and minced
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
2 cloves garlic -- minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon pepper

MEATBALLS:
1 medium red new potato -- peeled and chopped
1 small onion -- cut into 1" chunks
2 large egg whites
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 clove garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 1/2 pounds lean ground turkey

SAUCE:
Combine all ingredients in a 4-qt saucepan.
Simmer over medium-low heat for 30 minutes.

MEATBALLS:
In a food processor or blender, puree potato, onions,
egg whites, Italian seasoning, garlic, salt and pepper til smooth.

Transfer to a large bowl. Add turkey and mix thoroughly.
Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls.

Add meatballs to the sauce.
Shake to coat meatballs with sauce.

Partially cover and simmer on low heat for 30 minutes.
(Refrain from stirring for the first 30 minutes, or til meatballs are firm.)

Remove cover and simmer for another 30 minutes until sauce thickens.
Shake the pot several times during cooking to avoid sticking.

Freezes well.

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NOTES : *Can saute potato and onions together first, if desired.