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Healthy Turkey Meatloaf

Check out this easy turkey meatloaf recipe. It's an easy dinner full of flavor. It's an easy way to have a fantastic meal any night of the week.
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine American
Servings 1 Loaf

Ingredients
  

Base:

  • 2 lbs Ground Turkey
  • 2 Large Eggs brought to room temp
  • ¾ cup Panko Breadcrumbs toasted for extra crunch
  • ¼ cup Whole Milk
  • 1 ½ tbsp Worcestershire Sauce

Flavor:

  • 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 tbsp Dried Onion Flakes
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Garlic minced
  • 1 ¼ tsp Sea Salt & ¾ tsp Cracked Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika for a deeper profile
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme
  • ½ tsp Cumin & ½ tsp Oregano

Glaze:

  • cup Ketchup
  • cup Raw Honey replaces the brown sugar for a floral sweetness
  • 1 ½ tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tsp Stone-Ground Mustard

Instructions
 

  • Kick things off by heating your oven to 350°F. Give a standard loaf pan a generous coating of non-stick spray so nothing gets left behind.
  • In your largest mixing bowl, introduce the ground turkey to its spice cabinet friends: the salt, pepper, smoked paprika, thyme, cumin, oregano, and Worcestershire sauce. Use a fork or clean hands to marry these flavors together.
  • Once the spices are integrated, pour in the milk, drop in the eggs, and sprinkle the panko across the surface. Fold everything together gently—overworking turkey can make it tough, so treat it with a light touch until just combined.
  • Transfer your mixture into the prepared pan. Smooth the top with a spatula or your palm to ensure even cooking. Slide it into the center rack of the oven and let it roast for 35 minutes.
  • While the meatloaf begins its transformation, grab a small bowl. Vigorously whisk the ketchup, honey, vinegar, and mustard until you have a glossy, ruby-red glaze.
  • Carefully pull the pan out and drape that sweet-and-tangy glaze over the top. Return it to the heat for a final 10-minute stint to let the glaze caramelize and set.
  • Allow the loaf to sit for 5 minutes before slicing. This ensures the juices stay put. Garnish with a handful of fresh green onions and serve.

Notes

To ensure your turkey is perfectly safe and juicy, use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 165°F.
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