Italian Turkey Meatloaf

by on January 15, 2013


(Makes 8 portions)

Ingredients:

  • 2.5 lbs extra lean free-range organic ground turkey
  • 1 small onion
  • 1 small red or green pepper
  • 2 ribs celery
  • 1/2 cup zucchini (optional)
  • 1/2 cup broccoli stems (optional)
  • 1 Tbsp garlic chopped

Dried Spices:
1 Tbsp. dried thyme
1 Tbsp. dried basil
1 Tbsp. dried parsley
1 tsp. fresh ground pepper
1 tsp. kosher salt
4 egg whites
2 cups rolled oats

Method:
1. Cook all veggies until just done and soft, adding the garlic during the last minute or so of cooking (about 12-15 minutes total). Set aside to cool.
2. Pre heat oven to 425 degrees.
3. Put all ingredients together in a large bowl and mix well with your hands.
4. Rub 2 loaf pans liberally with macadamia nut oil or use silicone pans (works best). Fill loaf pans with meatloaf mixture.
4. Place pans on baking sheet to catch any drips and bake for approximately 35-45 minutes or until it reaches 135 degrees with a meat thermometer.
5. Remove from oven and let rest for at least 20-30 minutes.
6. Turn out onto a cutting board and slice into thick slices.

Per portion:
Calories 312
Fat 13g
Protein 30g
Carbohydrates 17g


from July 2010:

Our recipes this month come by way of our friend Adam aka “Big Chef” again. His recipes last month were a big hit – so we asked him for more!!!!