Santa Fe Turkey Meatballs

Santa Fe Turkey Meatballs

Nutrition
Calories:434
Fat: 29 grams
Protein: 34 grams
Carbohydrates: 8 grams
Fiber: 3 grams
Net Carbs: 5 grams


1 tablespoon canola oil, divided
1 small onion, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup)
2 slices White or wheat Bread, torn into small pieces
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup heavy cream (I use milk)
1 pound ground turkey
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 pound pepper Jack (or Monterey Jack) cheese, cut into 12 equal sized cubes (I use cheddar)
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup prepared green salsa (I use regular salsa)
In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 teaspoon oil over medium heat. Saut onion until softened, about 5 minutes, and set aside.
In a large bowl, soak bread in water and cream until soft. Mix in turkey, garlic, cumin, salt, pepper and onions. Divide mixture into 12 portions, insert a cheese cube into the center of each portion and form into balls (make sure cheese is completely enclosed).
Heat remaining oil over medium heat. Cook meatballs 5 minutes, turning to brown on all sides. Add salsa and chicken broth to skillet, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, covered until meatballs are cooked through, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate and spoon sauce over meatballs before serving.