Saucy Turkey Meatballs

• 2 tbsp. dark brown sugar
• 2 1/2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp. ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp. paprika
• 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1 - 14.5 oz can petite diced tomatoes with jalapenos
• 1 - 20 oz. package lean ground turkey
• 3 tbsp. bread crumbs
• 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
• 1 tbsp. chili powder

Combine the brown sugar, vinegar, cumin, paprika, cayenne, salt and tomatoes in a food processor and blend until smooth.

In a large bowl, combine turkey, breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning and chili powder, mix well.  Using wet hands, shape into 20 meatballs (about a heaping tbsp each).

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and coat with cooking spray.  Add meatballs and cook 3 minutes, turning to brown on all sides.  Add tomato mixture to the pan and bring to a simmer.  Cover, reduce heat, and let simmer for 8 minutes or until the meatballs are done. Uncover and continue to simmer 2 more minutes to slightly thicken the sauce.

Serve over Garlic Mashed Cauliflower, recipe follows.

Garlic Mashed Cauliflower

• 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into small pieces
• 1 tablespoon cream cheese
• 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
• 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons light butter
• Fresh ground black pepper

Get water boiling in a large pot.

Clean and cut cauliflower and cook in boiling water for 6 minutes or until well done. Drain well, and pat dry with paper towels - don't let cool.

In a food processor, puree the hot cauliflower with the remaining ingredients, until smooth. Season generously with fresh ground pepper.

Transfer to a saucepan and keep warm covered on low.  Low carb alternative to mashed potatoes!