Best 16 Cheesy Turkey Meat Loaf Recipes

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Cheesy turkey meatloaf is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. This entree is bursting with flavor and the main protein, turkey, is a leaner alternative to other meats you may use in meatloaf recipes. A topping of gooey, melted cheese takes this dish over the top and makes it the perfect comfort food for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Continue reading for our favorite cheesy turkey meatloaf recipe packed with tips and tricks to create a moist, flavorful, and cheesy masterpiece.

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CHEESY TURKEY MEAT LOAF



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Nothing says comfort food better than meat loaf! Get this one started in the morning and you'll have a fantastic hot meal ready even by lunchtime. -Deanna Martinez Bey, Wake Forest, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 cup crushed saltines
1 cup ketchup
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds ground turkey
2-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Fold an 18-in. square piece of heavy-duty foil in half to make an 18x9-in. strip. Place strip on bottom and up sides of a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Coat strip with cooking spray., In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Add turkey, 2 cups cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese; mix lightly but thoroughly (mixture will be moist). Shape meat into an 8x5-in. loaf; place in center of strip., Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until a thermometer reads 165°. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese during the last 20 minutes of cooking. Using ends of foil strip as handles, remove meat loaf to a platter. Let stand 15 minutes. , Freeze option: Prepare meat loaf as directed, omitting cheddar cheese over top. Securely wrap cooled meat loaf in foil, then freeze; freeze remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese in a freezer container. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Unwrap meat loaf; reheat on a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan in a preheated 350° oven until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540 calories, Fat 31g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 184mg cholesterol, Sodium 1522mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 45g protein.

INCREDIBLY CHEESY TURKEY MEATLOAF



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This incredible meatloaf is sure to be a family favorite. It's SIMPLE to make using turkey, loads of cheese, and Italian bread crumbs.

Provided by Brooke Salt

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds ground turkey
1 cup milk
1 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
2 eggs
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
¾ pound Colby cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
½ cup ketchup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • In a bowl, mix the turkey, milk, bread crumbs, and eggs by hand. Season with salt and pepper. Fold the cheese cubes into the mixture. Transfer to a loaf pan, and top with ketchup.
  • Bake 1 hour in the preheated oven, to an internal temperature of 180 degrees F (85 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16.7 g, Cholesterol 173.3 mg, Fat 24.9 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 37.5 g, SaturatedFat 11.8 g, Sodium 1072.8 mg, Sugar 6 g

CHEESY TURKEY MEATLOAF



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This cheesy turkey version is a family favorite spin on meatloaf.

Provided by Kaelyb

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

cooking spray
½ sweet onion, chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 pounds ground turkey
1 pound processed cheese (such as Velveeta®), cubed
½ cup crushed buttery round crackers
⅓ cup ketchup
1 egg
1 pinch garlic salt, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
aluminum foil
¼ cup ketchup, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a loaf pan with cooking spray.
  • Spray a medium skillet with cooking spray. Add onion and garlic and saute until the onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Mix ground turkey, cheese cubes, crushed crackers, 1/3 cup ketchup, egg, garlic salt, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add cooled onion and garlic mixture and mix until well combined. Transfer to the prepared loaf pan. Place the loaf pan on a baking sheet and cover with aluminum foil.
  • Cook in the preheated oven for 1 hour. Remove foil and drain any excess juices from the loaf pan. Top meatloaf with ketchup and cook, uncovered, until no longer pink in the center, about 30 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.1 calories, Carbohydrate 13.2 g, Cholesterol 149.6 mg, Fat 24.3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 34.5 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 1092.7 mg, Sugar 9 g

INCREDIBLY CHEESY TURKEY MEATLOAF



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I've only been making meatloaf for a short time. This was the third recipe I've tried & this is by far the best! It's so simple! I'd recommend it to anyone, even those who are beginner cooks. I half the ingredients when I make it because I'm usually only cooking for 3.

Provided by Wyf42ArmyMen

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h30m

Yield 1 meatloaf, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs ground turkey
1 cup milk
1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
2 eggs
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 lb colby cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup ketchup (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a bowl, mix the turkey, milk, bread crumbs, and eggs by hand. Season with salt and pepper. Fold the cheese cubes into the mixture. Transfer to a loaf pan, and top with ketchup.
  • Bake 1 hour in the preheated oven, to an internal temperature of 180 degrees F.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.7, Fat 25.5, SaturatedFat 12.2, Cholesterol 169.7, Sodium 910.1, Carbohydrate 12.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.1, Protein 37.1

CHEESY TURKEY MEATLOAF MUFFINS RECIPE



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Get out the muffin pan for this Cheesy Turkey Meatloaf Muffins Recipe. Topped with melted cheese, this turkey meatloaf muffins recipe is extra delicious.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Dairy

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings, 2 muffins each

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 red pepper, finely chopped
1 small red onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
1 egg, beaten
3/4 cup HEINZ Tomato Ketchup, divided
3 Tbsp. lite soy sauce
1/4 tsp. LEA & PERRINS Worcestershire Sauce
2 lb. ground turkey or ground turkey breast
36 round buttery crackers, crushed
1 cup KRAFT Mexican Style Finely Shredded Four Cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Cook and stir red peppers, onions and garlic in hot oil in large skillet on medium heat 5 minutes, or until crisp-tender. Stir in black pepper; cool.
  • Mix egg, ½ cup ketchup, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce in large bowl until blended. Stir in vegetable mixture. Add turkey, cracker crumbs and 3/4 cup cheese; mix until just blended.
  • Spray two muffin tins with non-stick cooking spray. Fill 16 cups ¾ full and top with remaining ketchup.
  • Bake for 35 minutes, reaching an internal temperature of 160 degrees. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and bake for 5 final minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Sodium 610 mg, Carbohydrate 21 g, Fiber 0.9884 g, Sugar 9 g, Protein 22 g

TURKEY MEAT LOAF: ALMOST AS GOOD AS MOM'S USED TO BE



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A wonderful meat loaf that is fairly easy to make. Pairs well with a variety of side dishes. This can be a meal in itself or can be served with mashed potatoes and biscuits. Surprisingly good cold!

Provided by Rachael McGuire Peterson

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
½ cup ketchup
2 teaspoons white sugar
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style stewed tomatoes, undrained
3 pounds ground turkey
1 sleeve roasted vegetable-flavored buttery round crackers (such as Ritz®), crushed
1 onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Mix tomato sauce, tomato paste, ketchup, sugar, onion powder, garlic powder, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce in a bowl.
  • Place stewed tomatoes in a large bowl; crush tomatoes using a fork. Add turkey, crushed crackers, onion, green bell pepper, eggs, 1 tablespoon oregano, thyme, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and 2 teaspoons black pepper; mix until evenly combined. Spoon meatloaf mixture into the prepared baking dish. Form into a loaf, leaving about 1/2 inch between loaf and sides of dish.
  • Spoon half the tomato topping over the loaf.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Spoon the remaining tomato topping over loaf and top with mozzarella cheese. Bake until no longer pink in the center, 15 to 20 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.8 calories, Carbohydrate 18.8 g, Cholesterol 117.8 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 27.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 704.4 mg, Sugar 9 g

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

CHEESY MEATLOAF



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Easy, freezes well (raw), and can be tripled. If you sub in ground turkey, that is good too. While I was still working I would put meatloaf in oven (frozen) with baker potatoes (wrapped in foil) and baked carrots in the morning before I left the house, and set up my delay bake cycle on my oven and come home to a nice meal. If you do have leftovers, you can cube the leftovers up and add to spaghetti sauce or make yourself a sandwich.

Provided by WiGal

Categories     Meat

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb ground beef
1 cup breadcrumbs
6 ounces tomato juice
1/4 cup onion, chopped
1 egg
4 olives, sliced
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Mix first nine ingredients.
  • Put half of meat mixture into loaf pan.
  • Top with shredded mozzarella.
  • Then cover with rest of the meat mixture.
  • Bake at 350°F oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  • If you freeze it (raw), double wrap in foil.
  • To make in crockpot (which I have not done yet)--put 3 heavy duty foil strips, each measuring 18 X 3 inches in a crisscross so they resemble spokes of a wheel in crock pot. Place meatloaf in the center of the strips. Pull the foil strips up and over the meatloaf. Cover. Use the foil as handles to lift out. Estimating time at 8 hours on LOW or 4 hours on HIGH. Also, read that you can cut up two potatoes, into finger size pieces and put that underneath the meatloaf in crock pot. Ummm.

JUST-LIKE-THANKSGIVING TURKEY MEAT LOAF



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For a holiday meal any time of year, this tender turkey meat loaf is perfect. Complemented with a cranberry glaze, it's a mouthwatering dish.-Mollie Brown, Los Angeles, CA

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup seasoned stuffing cubes
1/2 cup milk
1 large egg, beaten
1 celery rib, finely chopped
1 small onion, grated
1 small carrot, grated
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 to 4-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh sage
3 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary
1-1/2 pounds lean ground turkey
1/2 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine stuffing cubes and milk. Let stand 10 minutes; break up stuffing cubes with a fork. Stir in egg, celery, onion, carrot, cranberries, salt and pepper. Combine sage and rosemary; add half to the mixture. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Pat into an ungreased 9x5-in. loaf pan., Bake, uncovered, 25 minutes; drain if necessary. Combine cranberry sauce, ketchup, pepper sauce and remaining herbs; spread over meat loaf. Bake 20-25 minutes or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 165°. , Freeze option: Shape meat loaf in plastic wrap-lined loaf pan; cover and freeze until firm. Remove from pan and wrap securely in foil; return to freezer. To use, unwrap meat loaf and bake in pan as directed, increasing time as necessary for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 127mg cholesterol, Sodium 712mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

TERRIFIC TURKEY MEAT LOAF



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You'll love this moist, tender entree. Not only is it loaded with flavor, it's low in carbohydrates and saturated fat. -Wanda Bannister, New Bern, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large egg white, lightly beaten
1/2 cup oat bran
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
3 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons chopped ripe olives
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon celery salt
1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound ground turkey

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except turkey. Add turkey; mix lightly but thoroughly. Pat into a loaf in an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray., Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer reads 165°, 50-60 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 381mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHEESY TURKEY MEATLOAF



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Blend ketchup, soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce to help pack flavor into this Cheesy Turkey Meatloaf. Add shredded Mexican-style cheese and chopped veggies and you've got a great weeknight entrée! Try Cheesy Turkey Meatloaf any night of the week.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Dairy

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
1 egg, beaten
3/4 cup HEINZ Tomato Ketchup, divided
3 Tbsp. lite soy sauce
1/4 tsp. LEA & PERRINS Worcestershire Sauce
2 lb. ground turkey breast
36 round buttery crackers, crushed
1 cup KRAFT Mexican Style Finely Shredded Four Cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350ºF.
  • Cook and stir red peppers, onions and garlic in hot oil in large skillet on medium heat 5 min. or until crisp-tender. Stir in black pepper; cool.
  • Mix egg, 1/2 cup ketchup, soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce in large bowl until blended. Stir in vegetable mixture. Add turkey, cracker crumbs and 3/4 cup cheese; mix just until blended. Shape into 10x5-inch loaf in shallow pan; top with remaining ketchup.
  • Bake 55 min. to 1 hour or until done (160ºF), topping with remaining cheese after 50 min.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Sodium 680 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 32 g

CHEESY CAJUN TURKEY MEATLOAF



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Give your next ground turkey meatloaf a spicy makeover! All you need for the transformation are some peppers, Worcestershire sauce and Cajun seasoning.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Dairy

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
1 lb. ground turkey
1 large tomato, chopped
1 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Colby & Monterey Jack Cheeses
1/2 cup old-fashioned or quick-cooking oats
1 egg, beaten
1 Tbsp. LEA & PERRINS Worcestershire Sauce
1 Tbsp. Cajun seasoning

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F.
  • Heat oil in large skillet on medium heat. Add onions and peppers; cook 5 to 6 min. or until tender, stirring frequently.
  • Mix turkey and remaining ingredients in large bowl. Add onion mixture; mix lightly. Shape into loaf in 13x9-inch baking dish.
  • Bake 45 to 50 min. or until done (160ºF). Let stand 5 min.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Sodium 370 mg, Carbohydrate 14 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g, Protein 33 g

TURKEY MEAT LOAF



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I first made this recipe when my husband and I had to start watching our diet. Since then, I've been asked to make my turkey meat loaf many times. -Ruby Rath, New Haven, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup quick-cooking oats
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup shredded carrot
1/2 cup fat-free milk
1/4 cup egg substitute
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds lean ground turkey
TOPPING:
1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup quick-cooking oats

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Combine first 8 ingredients. Add turkey; mix lightly but thoroughly., Transfer to a 9x5-in. loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Mix topping ingredients; spread over loaf. Bake until a thermometer reads 165°, 60-65 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHEESY TURKEY MINI MEATLOAVES



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Cubed mozzarella is inserted in each turkey mini meatloaf for a nice, cheesy touch. Even nicer? The spaghetti sauce topping.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb. 93%-fat-free ground turkey
1 pkg. (6 oz.) STOVE TOP Stuffing Mix for Chicken made with Whole Wheat
1 cup hot water
1/2 tsp. dried Italian seasoning
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) KRAFT Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese, cut into cubes
2/3 cup CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F.
  • Mix first 4 ingredients just until blended. Press into 12 muffin pan cups sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Poke hole in center of each with end of wooden spoon; fill with cheese. Top with sauce.
  • Bake 30 min. or until meatloaves are done (165ºF).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 770 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 27 g

CHEESY SHRIMP AND RICE



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A cheesy shrimp dish that fits the description of comfort food. A great way to use leftover rice.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     Main Dish Shrimp

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon butter
½ pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 celery, diced
½ green bell pepper, diced
½ medium onion, diced
1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon base (such as Better Than Bouillon®)
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to taste
¾ cup milk
1 ½ cups cooked rice
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute shrimp until firm and pink, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
  • Add mushrooms, celery, bell pepper, and onions to the skillet. Saute until all vegetables are tender, 7 to 8 minutes.
  • Stir in flour, bouillon, seafood seasoning, garlic, and cayenne. Slowly add milk, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil and continue stirring until mixture starts to thicken. Add cooked rice, Cheddar cheese, and shrimp. Season with salt and pepper and stir to combine. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.1 calories, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 127.3 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 24.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 549.1 mg

CHEESY TURKEY MEATLOAF BITES



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Provided by Catherine McCord

Categories     turkey     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Dinner     Cheddar     Weelicious     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Small Plates

Yield Serves 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 zucchini, chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/2 cup baby carrots, chopped
1 large egg
1 garlic clove
1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon italian herbs
1/2 cup bread crumbs
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 pound lean ground turkey

Steps:

  • Spray a nonstick mini muffin tin with vegetable oil cooking spray or grease with oil.
  • Place the zucchini, onions, bell peppers, carrots, and garlic clove into the food processor and pulse until everything is in tiny pieces.
  • Add the egg, worchestershire sauce, herbs, bread crumbs, cheese, and turkey. Pulse until everything is combined.
  • Place about a tablespoon of the meatloaf mixture in the muffin pans and pack down with a spoon.
  • Bake until the mini turkey loaves are cooked through or an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center registers 165 degrees F, about 20 minutes.
  • This recipe can also be baked in a 9 x 5 inch loaf pan and baked for 50 minutes. To Freeze: After baking, let bites come to room temperature, place in a ziploc bag, label and freeze up to 3 months. When ready, defrost over night in the fridge and place in a 300 degree oven for 5 minutes to reheat.

Tips:

  • Use lean ground turkey to reduce the fat content of the meatloaf.
  • Add bread crumbs or oats to the meatloaf mixture to help bind it together.
  • Use a variety of seasonings to flavor the meatloaf, such as garlic, onion, salt, and pepper.
  • Add vegetables to the meatloaf mixture, such as chopped carrots, celery, or zucchini.
  • Use a cheese that melts well, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or Swiss.
  • Bake the meatloaf in a loaf pan at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 1 hour, or until it is cooked through.
  • Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

Cheesy turkey meatloaf is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is a great way to use up leftover turkey and is also a healthy and affordable option. With a few simple tips, you can make a cheesy turkey meatloaf that is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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