Cheesy Ground Turkey, Butternut Squash & Fennel Saute with Sage

Adapted from the MEALIME App

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ small butternut squash

• 12 fl oz chicken or vegetable broth

• 3 fennel bulbs

• 1 small pkg fresh sage

• 1 ½ lb lean ground turkey

• 6 oz Parmesan cheese

• 1 ½ medium yellow onions

• black pepper

• extra virgin olive oil

• Italian seasoning

• salt

Instructions:

1. Wash and dry the fresh produce.

2. Trim and peel each squash; halve lengthwise, scrape out the seeds and medium dice. Place in a medium bowl and set aside.

3. Preheat a large pot over medium heat.

4. While the pot heats up, peel, halve, and small dice onions.

5. Once the pot is hot, add oil and swirl to coat the bottom. Add onion and turkey; cook, breaking the meat apart with a spoon, until turkey is browned and crumbly, 7-8 minutes.

6. Meanwhile, trim off root end and stalks of the fennel, leaving only the white bulbs. Halve fennel bulbs lengthwise, then slice crosswise into thin half-moons.

7. When the turkey is done, add fennel to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until fennel is softened and caramelized, 5-7 minutes. Transfer turkey, onion, and fennel to a plate.

8. Return pot to medium heat, add more oil, and swirl to coat the bottom. Add squash and spices to the pot. Cook, undisturbed, until the squash is just starting to brown, 3-4 minutes.

9. Add broth to the pot and stir to combine. Cover and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has evaporated and squash is tender, 5-6 minutes more.

10. Meanwhile, preheat oven to broil on high and position the rack in the upper third of the oven.

11. Finely grate Parmesan. Place in another medium bowl and set aside.

12. Pick sage leaves off the stems; discard stems and mince half of the leaves. (Reserve remaining sage for serving.)

13. When the squash is done, return turkey, onion, and fennel to the pot along with minced sage. Stir to combine.

14. Transfer turkey and veggie sauté to a large baking dish, then sprinkle with Parmesan.

15. Place baking dish in the oven and broil until cheese is melted and golden, about 5 minutes. Remove from oven.

16. To serve, divide sauté between plates or bowls. Top with reserved sage and enjoy!

Nutrition Highlights:

Rich in heart healthy fats, fiber, carotenoids, and polyphenols, to support healthy gut function and immunity.