How to make Turkey Meat Loaf

breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats are a healthier alternative, while crushed crackers can be more economical.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories, while water can be used to keep moisture.

ketchup

🥗Healthier: sugar-free ketchup

💰Cheaper: tomato sauce

Sugar-free ketchup cuts sugar, and tomato sauce can be a cost-effective substitute.

ground turkey

🥗Healthier: ground chicken

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground chicken is leaner, while ground beef is often less expensive.

Line a baking pan with nonstick aluminum foil or parchment paper.

In a bowl, beat 2 large eggs.

Add 1/2 cup of milk and 1 cup of breadcrumbs to the bowl and mix well.

Add 2 lbs of ground turkey to the mixture.

Add 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1 chopped purple onion, 2 chopped mini sweet peppers, 1 chopped carrot, and 3-4 minced garlic cloves to the bowl.

Mix all ingredients by hand until well combined.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Shape the turkey mixture into a loaf and place it in the baking pan.

Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour.

In a separate bowl, mix 1 cup of ketchup, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, and 3 tablespoons of brown sugar to create the sauce.

After baking for 1 hour, remove the meatloaf from the oven and pour the sauce on top.

Return the meatloaf to the oven and bake for an additional 10 to 20 minutes.

After 20 minutes, let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

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