Turkey Meatloaf

Ground turkey melds perfectly with all types of flavors and is a leaner alternative to other ground meats.

Recipe Ingredients:

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon crushed dried sage
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pound ground turkey
3 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup half-and-half (light cream)
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup bread crumbs

Cooking Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8-inch loaf pan; set aside.
2. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet. Add onion, bell pepper and garlic; sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Add paprika, sage, salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
3. Mix turkey, eggs, half-and-half and Worcestershire sauce in a large bowl. Add the vegetable mixture and bread crumbs. Mix well.
4. Put turkey mixture in loaf pan and bake for 40 minutes or until browned on top. Let sit for 15 minutes before slicing.

Makes 6 servings.