September Meals - Clarissa

Turkey Parmesan Meatloaf

INGREDIENTS:

1 lb. ground turkey

1/ C. bread crumbs

1/2 tsp. dried Italian seasoning

1-2 cloves garlic - finely minced

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 C. grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 c. shredded Italian cheese blend

1 egg

1/2 tsp. dried parsley

1/2 small onion - grated

1/2 tsp dried oregano

1/4 tsp ground black pepper

1/2 C. pasta sauce

Preheat oven 350 degrees. Lightly grease a loaf pan with cooking spray, set aside. In large bowl, combine turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, parsley, oregano, Italian seasoning, garlic, onion, salt, pepper and Parmesan cheese. Do not over handle the mixture or it will get tough. Place mixture in greased loaf pan and form into loaf. Top the meatloaf with pasta sauce. Bake 40 - 45 minutes.

*When frozen, bake uncovered for 55 - 60 minutes on a baking sheet. Remove the meatloaf from the oven and sprinkle the top with remaining cheese. Place the meatloaf back in the oven and bake until cheese is melted. Remove the meatloaf from the oven and allow to rest 5 - 10 minutes before serving.