Recipe: Turkey Loaf
Description: This meatloaf alternative, using ground turkey instead of ground beef, is a wholesome and flavorful option for lunch or snacks. With a cooking time of just under an hour, it’s a quick and easy dish that’s sure to satisfy.
Key Information:
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Calories per Serving: 192.7
- Rating: 4.5 (based on 5 reviews)
- Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
- Keywords: Poultry, Rice, Meat, < 60 Mins, Oven, Easy
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 egg
- 1/8 cup water
- 5 tablespoons crushed corn flakes
- 5 ounces condensed cream of mushroom soup (divided)
Nutritional Information per Serving:
- Calories: 192.7
- Fat: 7.2g
- Saturated Fat: 1.9g
- Cholesterol: 62.4mg
- Sodium: 302mg
- Carbohydrates: 17.4g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Sugar: 0.6g
- Protein: 13.9g
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). |
| 2 | In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, egg, crushed corn flakes, and half of the condensed cream of mushroom soup. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated. |
| 3 | Transfer the mixture into a loaf pan, shaping it into a loaf shape. Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 45 minutes, or until the turkey loaf is cooked through and golden brown on top. |
| 4 | While the turkey loaf is baking, prepare the rice sauce. In a saucepan, combine the water, rice, and the remaining condensed cream of mushroom soup. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, then cover and cook for 5 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the sauce has thickened slightly. |
| 5 | Once the turkey loaf is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve slices of the turkey loaf with the rice sauce on the side. Enjoy your delicious and nutritious meal! |
This turkey loaf recipe offers a healthier twist on a classic dish, providing a tasty alternative to traditional beef meatloaf. With the savory flavor of the ground turkey complemented by the creamy rice sauce, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household. Plus, it’s so easy to make, requiring just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time. Perfect for busy weeknights when you need a satisfying meal in a hurry. Give it a try and see for yourself how delicious turkey loaf can be! 🦃🍽️
