Mozzarella-Stuffed Turkey Meatloaf
Say hello to this mouthwatering Mozzarella-Stuffed Turkey Meatloaf that's sure to become a family favorite! With gooey mozzarella cheese hidden inside and a flavorful turkey base, this dish is a delightful twist on the classic comfort food.
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375˚F (190˚C).
- 2
Make the sauce: In a medium bowl, stir together the tomato sauce, apple cider vinegar, and honey.
- 3
Make the meatloaf: In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, zucchini, onion, garlic, egg, Dijon mustard, honey, 2 tablespoons of the sauce, the panko, salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and parsley. Mix well.
- 4
Add half of the meatloaf mixture to a greased loaf pan and flatten in an even layer.
- 5
Layer the cheese over the meat. Top with the rest of the meatloaf mixture and smooth the top.
- 6
Top the meatloaf with half of remaining sauce, using a spoon or rubber spatula to spread evenly. Reserve the rest of the sauce.
- 7
Bake the meatloaf for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160˚F (70˚C).
- 8
Warm the reserved sauce in the microwave or a skillet, then drizzle on top of the meatloaf.
- 9
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with your favorite sides (we like mashed sweet potatoes and asparagus).
- 10
Enjoy!
Recipe from tasty.co
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Ingredients (16)
- •1 cup tomato sauce
- •1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- •1 tablespoon honey
- •1 lb lean ground turkey
- •1 cup shredded zucchini, excess moisture gently squeezed out with kitchen towels
- •1 cup finely diced yellow onion
- •2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- •1 large egg, beaten
- •1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- •½ cup panko bread crumbs
- •½ teaspoon salt
- •½ teaspoon pepper
- •1 teaspoon dried oregano
- •1 teaspoon dried basil
- •2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
- •2 slices mozzarella cheese