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Turkey Meatloaf

This turkey meatloaf is made with ground turkey, sautéed vegetables, and simple seasonings, then topped with bacon and a tangy glaze.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword ground turkey
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 360kcal
Author Elizabeth Rodriguez

Ingredients

  • 1½ tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 Small Onion finely diced
  • 1 Carrot finely diced
  • 1 Celery Rib finely diced
  • 2 Garlic Cloves minced
  • 3 pounds Ground Turkey 85/15 works well
  • 1½ teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 3 tablespoons Ketchup plus 2-3 tablespoons for the top
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Steak Sauce plus 1-2 tablespoons for the top
  • 2 Large Eggs
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs plain
  • 3-4 Slices Bacon

Instructions

You will also need

  • Cooking spray (or a little extra oil to brush on the baking dish or pan), a large bowl, a casserole dish or rimmed pan (at least 7×11 inches), and an instant-read meat thermometer.

Cook the vegetables

  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot, but not smoking, add the onion, carrots and celery. Cook the vegetables for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Add the garlic to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Remove the vegetables from the heat and allow them to cool, stirring occasionally to release some steam.

Make the meatloaf

  • Add the ground turkey, the cooled vegetables, salt, garlic powder, pepper, 3 tablespoons ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon steak sauce, eggs, and breadcrumbs to a large bowl. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Lightly spray or brush the baking dish with oil.
  • Loosely shape the ground turkey into a ball while it’s still in the bowl.
  • Transfer the turkey mixture to the prepared baking dish and gently shape it into an oval loaf. Do not compress the mixture.
  • Preheat Oven to 350°F
  • Top with the bacon slices. Place them on top at a slight angle and tuck the excess under the loaf.
  • Drizzle 2–3 tablespoons of ketchup and 1–2 tablespoons of steak sauce over the top of the meatloaf. Use a pastry brush to combine the sauces and spread them in an even layer.
  • Place the meatloaf in the oven and bake for approximately 1½–2 hours. Start checking the internal temperature after 90 minutes.
  • Insert an instant-read thermometer into the center of the thickest part of the loaf. The meatloaf is done when the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  • Let the meatloaf rest for 15–20 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • Don’t overmix the ground turkey. Mix just until the ingredients are combined. Overworking the mixture can result in a dense, tough meatloaf.
  • Shape the loaf gently. Don’t pack or compress the mixture when forming the loaf. A light touch helps keep the finished meatloaf tender.

Nutrition

Calories: 360kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 142mg | Sodium: 936mg | Potassium: 697mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1473IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 2mg