Jamie Oliver Turkey Meatloaf Recipe
This Jamie Oliver Turkey Meatloaf Recipe brings a healthy twist to the classic comfort food.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Loaf pan (9x5 inch)
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Meat thermometer
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground turkey
- 1 large onion diced
- 2 carrots finely chopped
- 2 celery stalks diced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 2 tsp dried herbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) temperature.
- Heat olive oil in large pan gently.
- Sauté onions, carrots, celery until soft completely.
- Add garlic and cook one minute more.
- Let vegetable mixture cool down completely now.
- Mix turkey, eggs, breadcrumbs in bowl.
- Add cooled vegetables and herbs to mixture.
- Season with salt and pepper generously today.
- Shape mixture into loaf pan carefully.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until done.
- Check internal temperature reaches 165°F exactly.
- Rest meatloaf for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Don't overmix the turkey to avoid toughness
- Use fresh herbs for better flavor development
- Let vegetables cool completely before mixing
- Check temperature with meat thermometer always
- Rest the meatloaf before slicing for best results