Thanksgiving Meatloaf
Thanksgiving Meatloaf combines ground turkey, stuffing, and a sweet and tangy cranberry glaze for an easy dinner packed with Thanksgiving flavors.
Servings: 6 people
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Equipment
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Sheet pan
- Parchment paper
- Large mixing bowl
- Small Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 6-ounce box stuffing mix
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 pounds ground turkey
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried minced onion
- 1 cup jellied cranberry sauce
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the stuffing mix and milk. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes.
- Add the ground turkey, eggs, minced garlic, and dried minced onion. Gently mix just until combined.
- Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared sheet pan and shape it into a loaf about 2 inches thick.
- Bake for 40 minutes.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the cranberry sauce and ketchup.
- Spread the cranberry mixture evenly over the meatloaf.
- Return the meatloaf to the oven and bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until the center reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Allow the meatloaf to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use the stuffing mix dry, straight from the box. Do not prepare it according to the package directions first.
- Turkey or sage stuffing works especially well in this recipe.
- Gently mix the meatloaf just until combined to avoid overworking the ground turkey.
- For a make-ahead meatloaf, mix and shape it up to 24 hours in advance. Cover and refrigerate, keeping the cranberry glaze separate until baking.
- The center of the turkey meatloaf should reach 165°F before serving.