How to Make Turkey Meatloaf | The Stay At Home Chef

breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide a healthier fiber option while crushed crackers can be more economical.

ground turkey

🥗Healthier: ground chicken

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground chicken is leaner, while ground beef is often cheaper.

ketchup

🥗Healthier: sugar-free ketchup

💰Cheaper: tomato sauce

Sugar-free ketchup reduces calories, while tomato sauce can be a cost-effective substitute.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water can be a free substitute.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 pan.

In a large bowl, combine 2 pounds of ground turkey (1 pound white meat and 1 pound dark meat) and 1 cup of plain bread crumbs.

Add 1 teaspoon each of dried basil, dried oregano, dried parsley, and 1 teaspoon of salt, along with 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.

Pour in 1/2 cup of milk and 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce, then mix until just combined.

Transfer the mixture into the greased 9x13 pan, shaping it into a loaf.

In a separate bowl, mix together 1 cup of ketchup, 1/4 cup of brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon of red wine vinegar, and a little salt, plus red pepper flakes if desired.

Pour half of the glaze over the meatloaf, allowing it to drizzle down the sides.

Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.

Remove from the oven and pour the remaining glaze over the meatloaf.

Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (204°C) and bake for an additional 15 minutes to caramelize the glaze.

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