Cheesy mash-topped meatloaf: A comforting twist with turkey bacon
A comforting twist on a classic meatloaf, featuring a cheesy mashed potato topping and the delicious flavor of turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine ground turkey, chopped turkey bacon, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Form the mixture into a loaf and place in a baking dish.
- Bake for 45 minutes.
- While the meatloaf is baking, prepare the mashed potatoes and mix in the cheddar cheese.
- After 45 minutes, remove the meatloaf and spread the cheesy mashed potatoes on top.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add some chopped jalapeños to the meat mixture.
- Feel free to use regular bacon if turkey bacon is not available.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg