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Best Turkey Meatloaf

Irresistibly Juicy Best Turkey Meatloaf with Tangy Glaze

The Best Turkey Meatloaf, featuring lean ground turkey and a tangy glaze, brings comfort to your dinner table.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 1 lb Lean Ground Turkey the star of the dish
  • 1 large Egg acts as a binder
  • 1 cup Chopped Onion infuses sweetness
  • 1 cup Italian-Style Bread Crumbs provides structure
  • ½ cup Milk can use dairy-free alternative
  • 2 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce adds umami depth
  • 1 teaspoon Salt amplifies savory notes
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Black Pepper provides a kick
For the Tangy Glaze
  • ½ cup Ketchup base of the glaze
  • 2 tablespoon Brown Sugar balances tanginess
  • 1 tablespoon Prepared Mustard adds tang flavor

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground turkey, egg, chopped onion, Italian-style breadcrumbs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and ground black pepper.
  3. Transfer the meat mixture to a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan or form it into a loaf shape on a baking sheet.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, and prepared mustard for the glaze.
  5. Spread the glaze generously over the meatloaf.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  8. Serve warm, optionally with mashed potatoes or a green salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 28gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with vegetables or alternative breading options.

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