Best 8 A Makeover Turkey Meatloaf Recipes

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If you're looking for a delicious and healthy way to use up leftover turkey, then a makeover turkey meatloaf is the perfect recipe for you. This dish is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's easy to make. So, whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, you'll be able to create a delicious meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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BEST TURKEY MEATLOAF



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After much trial and error trying to make a more healthy meatloaf, I came up with this recipe. It is important to make this on a baking sheet so the liquids can be drained off the meatloaf. Also, do not put the topping on before the meatloaf has cooked for 30 minutes. Turkey creates a lot of juices, so if you put the topping on first it will become watery and runny.

Provided by isabella104

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ pounds ground turkey
¾ cup crushed buttery round crackers
½ cup milk
1 small onion, chopped
1 egg
1 ½ teaspoons salt
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup ketchup
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a jelly roll pan.
  • Mix ground turkey, buttery round cracker crumbs, milk, onion, egg, salt, garlic, and black pepper in a bowl; shape into a loaf and place on the prepared jelly roll pan.
  • Mix ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce in a separate bowl; set aside.
  • Bake meatloaf in preheated oven for 30 minutes; remove from oven and drain liquids. Top meatloaf with ketchup topping. Return loaf to oven and continue baking until no longer pink in the center, about 30 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.3 calories, Carbohydrate 25.2 g, Cholesterol 84.5 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 19.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 880.8 mg, Sugar 12.7 g

SAVORY MEATLOAF (MAKEOVER)



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From Betty's Soul Food Collection... Let's get to the meat of the matter-meatloaf made with lean ground turkey lowers the fat. Adding just-right spices and a fresh bread-crumb crust makes the recipe perfect.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 slices white bread, lightly toasted
1 1/2 lb lean ground turkey
1 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon chopped fresh or 1/4 teaspoon dried sage leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 clove garlic, finely chopped, or 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup fat-free egg product
1 small onion, chopped (1/4 cup)
1/4 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
1/4 cup ketchup, chili sauce or barbecue sauce
Thin slices green bell pepper, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Into food processor or blender, tear toasted bread into pieces. Cover; process with on-and-off pulses until bread is crumbly and evenly chopped.
  • In large bowl, mix bread crumbs and remaining ingredients except ketchup and bell pepper slices. Spread mixture in ungreased 8x4- or 9x5-inch loaf pan. Spread ketchup over top.
  • Baked 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes or until meat thermometer inserted in center of loaf reads 165°F.
  • Let meatloaf stand 5 minutes; drain. Remove from pan. Top with bell pepper slices. To serve, cut meatloaf into 6 slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 560 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

AMY'S ATK TURKEY MEATLOAF KETCHUP BROWN SUGAR GLAZE



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Make and share this Amy's ATK Turkey Meatloaf Ketchup Brown Sugar Glaze recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Amy V.

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h40m

Yield 9 slices, 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 pinch baking soda
1/2 onion, chopped fine
1 dash salt and pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons quick oats
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 large egg yolks
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 lbs lean ground turkey (85 or 93%)
1 ounce parmesan cheese, grated (1/2 cup)
1/3 cup fresh parsley
1 cup ketchup
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce

Steps:

  • 1. FOR THE MEATLOAF: Adjust oven rack to upper-middle position and heat oven to 350 degrees. Line wire rack with aluminum foil and set in rimmed baking sheet. Melt butter in 10-inch skillet over low heat. Stir baking soda into melted butter. Add onion and 1/4 teaspoon salt, increase heat to medium, and cook, stirring frequently, until onion is softened and beginning to brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic and thyme and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in Worcestershire and continue to cook until slightly reduced, about 1 minute longer. Transfer onion mixture to large bowl and set aside. Combine oats, cornstarch, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in second bowl.
  • 2. FOR THE GLAZE: Whisk all ingredients in saucepan until sugar dissolves. Bring mixture to simmer over medium heat and cook until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes; set aside.
  • 3. Stir egg yolks and mustard into cooled onion mixture until well combined. Add turkey, Parmesan, parsley, and oat mixture; using your hands, mix until well combined. Transfer turkey mixture to center of prepared rack. Using your wet hands, shape into 9 by 5-inch loaf. Using pastry brush, spread half of glaze evenly over top and sides of meatloaf. Bake meatloaf for 40 minutes.
  • 4. Brush remaining glaze onto top and sides of meatloaf and continue to bake until meatloaf registers 160 degrees, 35 to 40 minutes longer. Let meatloaf cool for 20 minutes before slicing and serving.

BEST TURKEY MEATLOAF



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Looking for a healthy version of everyone's favorite comfort food? Try this recipe for turkey meatloaf, which is delicious on its own or served in between bread for a sandwich. Panko breadcrumbs add texture and sage, parsley, and Dijon mustard add flavor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Turkey Recipes     Ground Turkey Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

2/3 cups panko (Japanese) breadcrumbs
1/2 cup milk
3 pounds lean (7 percent) ground turkey, preferably organic
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons ketchup
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon coarse salt
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Place panko and milk in a large bowl; stir until well combined. Let stand 5 minutes.
  • Add turkey, onions, eggs, 1/4 cup ketchup, parsley, mustard, salt, sage, and pepper to breadcrumb mixture. Gently mix until well combined. Transfer mixture to a 9 3/4-inch-by-5 3/4-inch loaf pan. Brush top with remaining 2 tablespoons ketchup.
  • Transfer meatloaf to oven and bake, draining any accumulated juices as necessary, until it reaches 165 degrees on an instant-read thermometer, 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 hours. Serve immediately or use to prepare sandwiches.

TURKEY MEATLOAF MAKEOVER RECIPE - (4.2/5)



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Provided by damiles1

Number Of Ingredients 22

MEATLOAF:
1/2 white onion, chopped
1 carrot, peeled, chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup arugula
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 (20-ounce) packages JENNIE-O® Lean Ground Turkey
1 cup gluten free breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon ground thyme
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup plain unsweetened almond milk
1 egg
olive oil spray
GLAZE:
1/2 cup ketchup
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon honey
2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In food processor, combine onion, carrot, red bell pepper, arugula and garlic. Pulse to chopped. In large bowl, combine ground turkey and onion mixture. Using hands, work ingredients in gently. In medium bowl, combine bread crumbs, thyme, chili powder, pepper and salt. Mix well. In small bowl, combine almond milk and egg, whisk to combine. Sprinkle dry mixture over meat and gently mix in, add the wet mixture and continue to gently mix until just combined. Do not over mix. Spray large foil or parchment lined baking sheet with olive oil spray and shape meat into a 6-inch by 11-inch x 1 ½-inch rectangle in the middle of the pan. For glaze, in a small bowl mix together ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, cumin and honey and brush over meatloaf top and sides. Bake 1 hour 30 minutes and until 165°F. as measured by a meat thermometer in the center. Always cook to well-done. Let stand at room temperature for 5 minutes before slicing. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley.

SIMPLE TURKEY MEATLOAF



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Everyone needs an easy turkey meatloaf recipe. Emeril shared his ketchup-topped version with Martha. It comes from his book, " Emeril 20-40-60."

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Turkey Recipes     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 1h

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 pounds ground turkey, preferably 85 percent lean/15 percent fat, or a mix of ground breast and thigh meat
2/3 cup chopped yellow onion
1/2 cup chopped red or green bell pepper
1/2 cup unseasoned dried bread crumbs
1/3 cup chopped celery
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1 tablespoon Creole Seasoning

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees with rack positioned in center of oven.
  • Place turkey in a large bowl. Add onion, bell pepper, breadcrumbs, celery, egg, 1 tablespoon ketchup, garlic, Essence, salt, and pepper. Gently mix until ingredients are well combined. Transfer turkey mixture to a 1-pound loaf pan; form into a domed loaf shape.
  • Place remaining ketchup in a small bowl; stir in hot sauce. Spoon ketchup mixture evenly over meatloaf, spreading with the back of a spoon.
  • Bake until meatloaf is browned on top, cooked through, and an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center registers 165 degrees, 45 to 50 minutes.
  • Remove pan from oven and let meatloaf stand 5 minutes before serving.

HEALTHIER MEATLOAF MAKEOVER



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A blue-plate (extra) special, our meatloaf gets a makeover by substituting ground chicken and turkey for beef.

Provided by By Arlene Cummings

Categories     Entree

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 small zucchini, finely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 eggs, beaten
1 pound ground chicken
1 pound ground turkey
1 1/2 cups Progresso™ panko crispy bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup ketchup
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Heat olive oil in a sauté pan over medium high heat. Add the zucchini, onions, and garlic. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until onions are softened. Set the mixture aside to cool.
  • In a bowl combine all the meatloaf ingredients including the cooled vegetable mixture with a good sprinkle of salt and pepper.
  • Mold into a loaf in a 9x13 sprayed or greased glass, baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce and brown sugar. Brush the mixture all over the loaf.
  • Bake the meatloaf in the center of the oven uncovered for 50 to 60 minutes. You'll know it is done when an instant thermometer inserted in the center of the loaf reaches 165°F.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 0 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 490 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g

A MAKEOVER TURKEY MEATLOAF



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This recipe comes from the Michael Thurman Six Week Body Makeover Diet Program. I wanted to make sure I have this recipe somewhere where I can find it in case I lose my recipe card. It's really a delicious recipe with a ingredient I never thought of using to hold the meatloaf together along with the regular egg whites. I use Recipe #236938 for my rice.

Provided by Marsha D.

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lbs lean ground turkey
1 cup onion, diced
1/2 cup celery, diced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 cup white rice, cooked
2 egg whites
1 cup tomato sauce (no sodium added)
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon thyme (I use basil )
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup freshly chopped fresh parsley (I use 1Tbs. Parsley flakes)
1/4 cup no-salt-added tomato sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a large bowl, mix together ground turkey, onion, celery, and minced garlic.
  • Add in the spices, oregano,thyme,black pepper, and parsely. Mix up well.
  • Blend in the cooked rice, egg whites and 1 cup of tomato sauce.
  • Place in a lightly greased loaf pan. (May need 2 loaf pans depending on how big your loaf pan is).
  • Spread 1/4 cup tomato sauce over top of meatloaf.
  • Bake uncovered for 1 1/4 hours.
  • Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 566.8, Fat 19.3, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 179.2, Sodium 580.3, Carbohydrate 49.1, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 5.4, Protein 46.3

Tips:

  • Defrosting the Turkey: Allow the turkey to thaw in the refrigerator for 2-3 days before cooking. This ensures even cooking and prevents the meat from becoming dry.
  • Seasoning the Meat: Generously season the turkey with a blend of herbs and spices to enhance its flavor. Use a combination of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Adding Vegetables: Incorporate chopped vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions into the meatloaf mixture for added texture and nutrition.
  • Using Breadcrumbs: Breadcrumbs serve as a binder and help keep the meatloaf moist. Use panko breadcrumbs for a crispy crust or regular breadcrumbs for a softer texture.
  • Mixing the Ingredients: Gently combine all the ingredients until well incorporated. Avoid overmixing, as this can result in a tough meatloaf.
  • Shaping the Loaf: Form the meatloaf mixture into a loaf shape and place it in a greased baking dish. Use your hands to gently press the mixture together, creating a compact and even loaf.
  • Cooking the Meatloaf: Bake the meatloaf in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the center reads 165°F (74°C).
  • Letting it Rest: Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. This helps the juices redistribute throughout the loaf, resulting in a more flavorful and tender meatloaf.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, the Turkey Meatloaf recipe offers a delicious and versatile dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of lean turkey, aromatic herbs, and a crispy breadcrumb crust, this meatloaf is sure to be a hit. The addition of vegetables adds texture and nutrition, making it a healthier choice compared to traditional beef meatloaf. Experiment with different seasonings and vegetable combinations to create your own unique and flavorful turkey meatloaf. Enjoy this delectable dish as a main course, accompanied by your favorite sides, or use it in sandwiches, wraps, or salads for a satisfying and protein-packed meal.

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