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Meatloaf     Print this Recipe

Comments

"Meatloaf is a great family favorite and it's really easy and inexpensive to make.
It's a good meal to make in advance and has loads of flavor." Jamie Oliver's recipe from Steve Willis' book "Winning the Food Fight."

 

Preheat

375 degrees Fahrenheit, medium heat for saute pan

Equipment

Saute pan, mixing bowl, baking dish, grater or food processor, cutting board

Prep Time

About 15 minutes

Cook Time

5-10 minutes for onion, 40 minutes for meatloaf

Number of Servings

4

Instructions

  1. 1 Tbs. olive oil

    Heat saute pan over medium heat and add olive oil.
  2. 1 red onion, peeled and finely chopped.

    Add to saute pan and cook for 5 to 10 minutes or until soft.
  3. 1 carrot, large, grated

    Add to pan after onion is cooked, stir and place in bowl to cool.
  4. 1/4 cup breadcrumbs

  5. 1 egg, large, free-range

  6. 1/3 cup tomato paste

  7. 2 Tbs. Dijon mustard

  8. 1/2 tsp. thyme, dried

  9. 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce

    Add to cooled veggies in bowl. With clean hands, mix well.
  10. 1 lb turkey, ground (such as Plainville Farms or Shelton's)

    Add to bowl and mix all ingredients well. Place on baking sheet then pat and mold into a long oval shape. Place in oven and bake for 40 minutes. Test for doneness by poking the thickest part with a knife to see if juices run clear.

Options

Use food processor to chop onions and grate carrots.  Try ground beef, chicken, buffalo, or lamb instead of turkey.  Replace breadcrumbs with rolled oats.

 

Grocery List

  • Olive oil
  • Red onion
  • Carrot
  • Breadcrumbs
  • Eggs, free-range
  • Tomato paste, 6 oz. can
  • Dijon mustard
  • Thyme, dried
  • Worcestershire sauce
  • 1lb. lean ground turkey (such as Shelton's or Plainville Farms)

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