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Turkey Meatloaf with Spinach & Mozzarella

This is not your traditional meatloaf! It uses ground turkey and has an added layer of spinach & mozzarella rolled in the middle making it extra flavorful & moist!
Prep Time15 minutes
Servings: 8
Author: Simply Happenstance

Ingredients

Meat Mixture Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds of ground turkey {use ground beef if desired}
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup ketchup {with an additional 1/4 cup used to top the loaf}
  • 1 to 2 eggs
  • 3/4 cup bread crumbs {store bought or homemade}
  • 2 cloves of garlic minced
  • 1/2 yellow onion chopped
  • 1 teaspoon sage leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • a dash of salt pepper

Inside Layer Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup fresh spinach chopped {if you use frozen, make sure it's thawed}
  • 3/4 cup mozzarella grated {optional}

Instructions

  • Mix all of the 'Meat Mixture' ingredients into a bowl.
  • Lay out a large piece of aluminum foil and flatten the meat mixture on the foil until it is approximately 12 inches x 6 inches.
  • Next, sprinkle on a layer of fresh spinach, followed by mozzarella.
  • Using the aluminum foil to assist you, begin to roll the meat, removing the foil as you go. Try to pick up the loaf before the final bit of rolling is done and transfer into your baking dish {a 9 x 11 glass baking dish works well}. Completely remove the foil.
  • Cover the meatloaf with 1/4 cup of ketchup by smearing it all over the top. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 1 hour 15 minutes - 1 hour 30 minutes. Let rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm.

Notes

Leftover meatloaf is delicious made into a cold or hot sandwich the next day! Simply slice and put between two pieces of your favorite bread. Then add condiments, such as mustard. Enjoy!