Creative Culinary Solutions

Turkey Meatloaf with Apple and Cranberries

This recipe is inspired by the staple meatloaf but given a modern and fruity twist. Operationally efficient and affordable, this tasty dish might just become a new favourite on your menu! This recipe can make a welcome change from the roast turkey for thanksgiving.

Difficulty:	10/20
Yield serving:	10
Preparation time:	20 minutes
Cooking time:	20 minutes

Difficulty

10/20

Yield serving

Preparation time

20 minutes

Cooking time

20 minutes

Ingredients

500 mL (2 cups) of prepared Instant Poultry Gravy Mix, Gluten-Free, Low Sodium
125 mL (1/2 cup) of prepared
1 kg of ground turkey
30 mL (2 tbsp) of olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves of garlic, minced
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 green apple, peeled, cored, and finely chopped
60 mL (1/4 cup) dried cranberries, chopped
60 mL (1/4 cup) dry mix of Instant Poultry Gravy Mix, Gluten-Free, Low Sodium
125 mL (1/2 cup) of All Purpose Breading Mix
2 eggs
60 mL (1/4 cup) of milk
2 mL (1/2 tsp) of salt
2 mL (1/2 tsp) of white pepper

Preparation

Preheat oven to 375°F and grease two loaf pans.
Prepare the poultry gravy according to instructions on package, set aside and keep warm.
Prepare the culinary tomato sauce base according to instructions on package and set aside.
In a large bowl, mix turkey, oil, onion, garlic, celery, apple, cranberries, poultry gravy dry mix, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, salt and pepper.
Use your hands to blend the ingredients thoroughly.
Split the mixture into the greased loaf pans and delicately press down with hands to spread evenly.
Brush loaves’ tops with the culinary tomato sauce.
Bake for 45-60 minutes on the middle rack or until internal temperature reaches 74°C.
When cooked, allow the loaves to cool for 5-10 minutes.
Slice and serve covered with the poultry gravy and a side of sauteed green beans.

Cover with a scrumptious turkey or poultry gravy, and serve with a side of sauteed green beans or a green salad.