Enjoy the flavors of Thanksgiving any time of the year with this delicious turkey meatloaf recipe. Made with ground turkey, herbs, and spices, this meatloaf is a healthier version of the classic Thanksgiving turkey. It is moist, flavorful, and perfect for a weeknight dinner or a holiday meal. Serve it with mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, and your favorite Thanksgiving sides to complete the experience.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground turkey
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, bread crumbs, milk, onion, garlic, parsley, thyme, sage, rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared loaf pan and gently press it down to form a loaf shape.
- In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and Parmesan cheese. Spread this mixture evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the oven and let the meatloaf rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Serve hot with mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, and your favorite Thanksgiving sides.
Interesting Facts
Turkey meatloaf is a healthier alternative to a traditional beef meatloaf.
Using ground turkey in this recipe reduces the fat content while still providing a delicious taste.
The combination of herbs and spices in this meatloaf gives it a distinctive Thanksgiving flavor.