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A slice of turkey and beef meatloaf sprinkled with green herbs on a white plate.

Turkey and beef meatloaf

Nataliia
This meatloaf recipe uniquely combines two types of meat, creating a delicious and flavorful dish. It's a great choice for a cozy dinner, ideally served alongside creamy mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 325 kcal

Equipment

  • Food Processor or Grater Box
  • Loaf Pan (9x5 inch)

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef, 80% lean
  • 1 pound ground turkey, 93% lean
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs or plain breadcrumbs
  • 2 small eggs
  • 1 small onion
  • 1 small carrot
  • 1 celery rib
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt, to taste
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder, to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for sauteing vegetables

Glaze

  • ¾ cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar, or honey
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or Dijon mustard
  • to taste salt, pepper

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a pan loaf with parchment paper or spray it with cooking spray.
  • Add onion, carrot and celery to a food processor. Pulse on high for 30-40 minutes or until finely grated.
  • In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add grated vegetables and saute them over medium heat until soften and slightly browned.
  • In a large bowl, add 1 lb ground beef, 1 lb ground turkey, 2 small eggs, ½ cup breadcrumbs, sauteed vegetables, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, salt, garlic powder and pepper. Mix to combine.
  • Transfer the meatloaf mixture into a prepared loaf pan. Pack it gently. Bake for about 50 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, mix ¾ cup ketchup ,1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar. Add salt and pepper if needed to taste.
  • Take out the meatloaf and generously spread the glaze on top. Continue baking for another 20 minutes or until the meatloaf internal temperature reaches 165°F. Before slicing, let the meatloaf rest for at least 10-15 minutes.

Notes

  • To reduce the cooking time by at least 20-30 minutes, bake the meatloaf at 400° F.
  • Use box grater to shred the vegetables if you do not have a food processor.
  • Always check donennes by using a meat thermometer. The internal temperature should be at least 165°F.

Nutrition

Calories: 325kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 22gFat: 15gSodium: 454mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6.3g
Keyword meatloaf, turkey meatloaf
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