Turkey Meatloaf with Onion Gravy
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
25 mins
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Cook Time
55 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 20 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
186 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Turkey Meatloaf with Onion Gravy
Description
The recipe starts by sautéing finely chopped onion, grated carrot, and minced garlic to add moisture and flavor to the ground turkey mixture, which includes egg, breadcrumbs, broth or milk, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, and seasoning. The mixture is gently combined and shaped into a rectangular loaf before baking at 375°F until fully cooked. Resting helps the meatloaf hold together when sliced.
The onion gravy is prepared by cooking sliced onions until soft, then adding flour and broth to create a thickened sauce enhanced with Worcestershire sauce and thyme. The beef broth intensifies the gravy's color and flavor, complementing the turkey's mild taste.
This meatloaf pairs well with classic sides like mashed potatoes and vegetables. For flexibility, it can be portioned into six or eight servings, and leftover slices reheat best as a whole piece to retain moisture. Gluten-free and dairy-free adaptations are possible by substituting appropriate ingredients. Adjust salt type and amount according to availability for balanced seasoning.
Ingredients
Turkey Meatloaf:
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 onion finely chopped, medium
- 1 carrot peeled and grated, medium
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 ¼ pounds ground turkey (97% lean)
- 1 egg large
- ½ cup dried breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup beef broth or chicken broth or milk
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon thyme dried
Onion Gravy:
- 2 teaspoons olive oil or butter
- 1 onion halved and sliced ¼-inch thick, medium
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth beef broth will yield a darker brown gravy with a richer flavor, or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ teaspoon thyme dried
- kosher salt freshly ground
- black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, and spray with cooking spray. Set aside.
- Add the olive oil to a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. When oil is hot, add the onion, carrot, and garlic, and saute for about 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally until softened. Remove from the heat and allow to cool.
- In a large mixing bowl add the ground turkey, cooled onion-carrot mixture, egg, breadcrumbs, milk or broth, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, salt, pepper, and thyme. Mix together gently with your hands until ingredients are fully incorporated, but do not over-mix.
- Shape the mixture into a free-form rectangular loaf shape on the prepared pan, measuring approximately 9-by-4-inches. Bake for about 50 minutes, or until an instant read thermometer inserted into the center of the loaf reads 165°F. Rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Meanwhile, make the onion gravy. In a medium saucepan heat the oil or butter over medium-low heat. Add the onions and a big pinch of salt. Cover the onions and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions sweat and are softened.
- Uncover and continue to cook for another few minutes, then dust with the flour, stirring to coat. Add the broth a little at a time, whisking thoroughly between additions to ensure a smooth gravy without lumps. Raise the heat to high. Add the Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and salt and pepper.
- When the gravy starts bubbling, lower the heat to medium, and continue to cook for about 5 to 10 minutes until thick and flavorful.
- Serve the meatloaf with mashed potatoes, and gravy drizzled over the top of both the meatloaf and potatoes.
Notes
- Slice meatloaf just before serving; reheat leftover whole loaf pieces to keep moist.
- Recipe yields 6 larger or 8 moderate servings based on slicing preference.
- Add a small amount of Gravy Master Browning Sauce to deepen gravy color and flavor, if desired.
- Make gluten-free by using gluten-free breadcrumbs and flour; dairy-free by substituting broth for milk and oil for butter.
- Table salt is saltier than kosher salt; reduce quantity accordingly to avoid oversalting.
- Suggested mashed potatoes recipe: boil peeled cubed potatoes in salted water, mash with butter and milk or buttermilk; add garlic cloves for flavor if preferred.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 186 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1slice meatloaf with gravy | |
| Calories | 186kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 79mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 435mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 121mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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