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Mini Turkey Meatloaf

Mini Turkey Meatloaf
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Mini Turkey Meatloaf is the ultimate weeknight comfort food, combining the classic flavors of traditional meatloaf with a quick cooking time. These individual-sized mini loaves are juicy, flavorful, and topped with a sweet balsamic brown sugar glaze that perfectly balances savory and sweet. Ready in just 40 minutes, they make weeknight dinners a breeze while still being hearty enough to satisfy even the pickiest eaters. Plus, their unique size makes them fun to serve at family gatherings or for meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 yellow onion (finely diced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (minced)
  • 2 lb 93/7 Ground Turkey
  • 2 eggs (lightly beaten)
  • 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (minced)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Fresh ground pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/3 cup Ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar (packed)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Sauté finely diced onion and minced garlic in butter until tender; cool.
  3. In a bowl, mix ground turkey, eggs, breadcrumbs, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, sautéed onion mixture, salt, and pepper until just combined.
  4. Shape into eight small loaves and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. For the glaze, mix ketchup, balsamic vinegar, and brown sugar; brush half over loaves.
  6. Bake for 15 minutes; add remaining glaze and cook until internal temperature reaches 150°F (about 5-10 more minutes).
  7. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

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