Best 2 Thanksgiving Turkey Meat Loaf Recipes

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Thanksgiving turkey meatloaf is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a holiday meal. It's made with ground turkey, bread crumbs, eggs, and a variety of seasonings. The meatloaf is then baked in the oven until it is cooked through. This dish can be served with a variety of sides, such as mashed potatoes, stuffing, and green beans.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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.

THANKSGIVING TURKEY MEAT LOAF



Thanksgiving Turkey Meat Loaf image

Ever crave those Thanksgiving flavors in the middle of summer? This meatloaf recipe has them ... even the cranberry! Recipe is from Taste of Home.

Provided by Pinay0618

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup seasoned stuffing cubes
1/2 cup milk
1 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 -4 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh sage, divided
3 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary, divided
1 1/2 lbs lean ground turkey
1/2 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine stuffing cubes and milk. Let stand for 10 minutes; break up stuffing cubes with a fork. Stir in the 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 9-in. x 5-in. loaf pan.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 25 minutes; drain if necessary. Combine the cranberry sauce, ketchup, pepper sauce and remaining herbs; spread over meat loaf. Bake 20-25 minutes longer or until no pink remains and a meat thermometer reads 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.5, Fat 14, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 127.7, Sodium 746.7, Carbohydrate 25.2, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 15.2, Protein 23.3

Tips

  • For the best results, use fresh ground turkey. If you can't find it, you can use frozen ground turkey that has been thawed overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Be sure to mix the turkey meatloaf thoroughly. This will help to ensure that it is evenly cooked.
  • Do not overmix the turkey meatloaf. Overmixing can make it tough.
  • Form the turkey meatloaf into a loaf shape and place it in a baking dish.
  • Bake the turkey meatloaf in a preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until it is cooked through.
  • Let the turkey meatloaf cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion

Thanksgiving turkey meatloaf is a delicious and easy way to use up leftover turkey. It is a great meal for a weeknight dinner or a holiday gathering. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that the whole family will enjoy.

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