Best 8 Frosted Meatloaf Beef Or Turkey Recipes

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Frosted meatloaf is a classic comfort food dish that is perfect for a hearty family meal. It's made with ground beef or turkey, bread crumbs, eggs, and seasonings, and then topped with a tangy, sweet tomato-based sauce. This dish is incredibly versatile and can be customized to your liking by adding different vegetables, herbs, and spices. You can also choose to make it with a variety of different sauces, such as a mushroom sauce, a gravy, or even a barbecue sauce. No matter how you choose to make it, frosted meatloaf is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

In this article, we'll provide you with two delicious recipes for frosted meatloaf: a classic beef meatloaf and a healthier turkey meatloaf. We'll also share some tips for making the perfect meatloaf, as well as some suggestions for side dishes to serve with it. So whether you're looking for a traditional comfort food dish or a healthier alternative, we've got you covered!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TURKEY-BEEF MEATLOAF



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Every time I make this turkey and beef meatloaf everyone raves about it.

Provided by Pete

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

cooking spray
¾ pound ground turkey
¾ pound lean ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 cup milk
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 large egg
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅓ cup ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
  • Combine ground turkey, ground beef, onion, milk, bread crumbs, egg, rosemary, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Press into the prepared pan.
  • Combine ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard in a separate bowl and whisk together. Pour mixture over meatloaf.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 1 hour. It's best to let rest for at least 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.7 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 115.7 mg, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 849.3 mg, Sugar 11.1 g

THE BEST TURKEY MEATLOAF



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A slightly lighter version of the all-American classic, this satisfying meatloaf uses chicken broth and soaked panko to stay moist, and a mix of fresh herbs for flavor. It's the best turkey meatloaf you'll find!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon minced fresh sage
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cloves garlic, grated
1 tablespoon tomato paste
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup chicken broth
3 pounds ground turkey
2 large eggs
1/2 cup ketchup

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions, thyme, sage, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Cook, stirring often, until the onions are softened, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 1 minute more. Add the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, stirring to incorporate. Stir in the Worcestershire. Remove from the heat and allow to cool.
  • Add the panko to a large mixing bowl and pour over the chicken broth so the breadcrumbs soak up the liquid. Add the turkey, eggs, 2 teaspoons salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and the cooled onion mixture and mix well with your hands until well combined. Form the mixture into a 10-by-5-inch loaf on the foil-lined baking sheet. Coat the top and sides with the ketchup.
  • Put the meatloaf in the oven and reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F. Bake until a thermometer inserted in the center of the loaf reads 165 degrees F, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

TURKEY MEATLOAF



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Try Ina Garten's Turkey Meatloaf recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network for a leaner take on the American classic.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h10m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups chopped yellow onions (2 large onions)
2 tablespoons good olive oil
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (1/2 teaspoon dried)
1/3 cup Worcestershire sauce
3/4 cup chicken stock
1 1/2 teaspoons tomato paste
5 pounds ground turkey breast
1 1/2 cups plain dry bread crumbs
3 extra-large eggs, beaten
3/4 cup ketchup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
  • In a medium saute pan, over medium-low heat, cook the onions, olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme until translucent, but not browned, approximately 15 minutes. Add the Worcestershire sauce, chicken stock, and tomato paste and mix well. Allow to cool to room temperature.
  • Combine the ground turkey, bread crumbs, eggs, and onion mixture in a large bowl. Mix well and shape into a rectangular loaf on an ungreased sheet pan. Spread the ketchup evenly on top. Bake for 1 1/2 hours until the internal temperature is 160 degrees F. and the meatloaf is cooked through. (A pan of hot water in the oven under the meatloaf will keep the top from cracking.) Serve hot, at room temperature, or cold in a sandwich.

FROSTED MEAT LOAF



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Our children have all "flown the nest", but my husband and I still enjoy this easy-to-make meat loaf. It has a taste like shepherd's pie (only better!).-Doris Ratcliff, Souffville, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 large egg, beaten
1/4 cup whole milk
1/2 cup soft bread crumbs
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 pound lean ground beef
1/4 pound lean ground pork
1/4 pound fully cooked ground ham
FROSTING:
2 cups hot mashed potatoes
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the egg, milk, bread crumbs, onion, salt, pepper and paprika. Add ground beef, pork and ham; mix well. Pat meat mixture into a 7-1/2x3-3/4x2-1/4-in. loaf pan. , Bake at 350° for 1 hour or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°. Drain. Invert meat loaf onto a heat-proof platter. , In a bowl, combine frosting ingredients. Cover top and sides of meat loaf with frosting mixture. Place under a preheated broiler; broil until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 641mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 20g protein.

FROSTED MEATLOAF (BEEF OR TURKEY)



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This is dinner party fare. Looks like it stepped from a food magazine. Easy to make. All ingredients can be made ahead, then chilled & baked. If chilled allow 10 minutes more baking time. Make sure mashed potatoes are room temperature before frosting.

Provided by Montana Heart Song

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 lbs lean ground beef or 2 lbs ground turkey
1 tablespoon A.1. Original Sauce
1/2 cup minced onion
1 teaspoon dried cilantro
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup crushed saltine crackers or 1 cup dry breadcrumbs
1/2 cup Catalina dressing
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or 1 1/2 cups shredded colby cheese
2 cups hot mashed potatoes (3 medium potatoes boiled)
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup Miracle Whip
1/2 teaspoon salt or 1/2 teaspoon salt substitute
paprika
1 lb broiled mushroom

Steps:

  • In large bowl mix ground meat and A-1 sauce, minced onion, cilantro. Add beaten eggs, mix well. Add crackers or bread crumbs and catalina dressing and white pepper. Mix. Add cheese 1/2 cup at a time and mix, then add another until all cheese is mixed.
  • Form into an oval loaf, place in low side baking pan. Chill if desired.
  • Bake 350* 1 hour. Allow ten more minutes if chilled. I suggest placing a pan on the rack underneath to catch any grease drips from beef or turkey and the melted cheese sometimes drips from the bottom side. I have used a sharp cheese also. When cold this makes an excellent cold meat loaf sandwich. Some family members prefer cold.
  • Cook 3 medium potatoes in water or microwave, peel and mash. Add beaten egg and miracle whip and salt. You may prepare instant potatoes if you desire. Make sure they are a little on the stiff side before adding the egg, miracle whip and salt.
  • When loaf is baked, frost with mashed potatoes. Spread on with spatula. Make peaks all over it.You can also brush melted margarine over it but watch carefully when it is broiling.
  • Broil about 5 inches away until peaks are browned. Take out of oven. Sprinkle with paprika if desired. Broil fresh mushrooms at the same time.
  • Let set ten minutes before serving. Cut in wedges. Serve on a platter with broiled fresh mushrooms surrounding the loaf and slices of lemon in between.

SOUPERIOR FROSTED MEATLOAF



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Another meatloaf recipe, this time with potato included and made more heart healthy by using ground turkey breast! All you need is a tossed green salad or steamed veggies for a nice basic meal!

Provided by CookinwithGas

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 1 loaf, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope dry onion soup mix, Lipton Beefy
1 1/2 lbs ground turkey breast or 1 1/2 lbs ground chicken breast
1 cup soft breadcrumbs
1/4 cup ketchup (I use Hunt's but any brand will do)
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup egg substitute (Egg Beaters)
1 (4 ounce) package low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 cup bacon bits (I use generic, but any brand will do)
mashed potatoes (instant, homemade or ready-made)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • In a large bowl, combine soup mix, ground turkey, breadcrumbs, ketchup, water and egg substitute.
  • In a shallow baking pan, shape meat mixture into a loaf.
  • Bake in the pre-heated 350°F oven for 45 minutes.
  • Frost the loaf with the mashed potatoes; then sprinkle with the cheddar cheese and bacon bits.
  • Bake 5 more minutes in order to melt the cheese, NO browning involved; then remove from the oven and let 'settle' 5 min before serving.
  • Variation: you can also swap out the cheddar cheese for a different cheese such as monterey jack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129, Fat 1.8, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 44.8, Sodium 496.2, Carbohydrate 6.2, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 2.4, Protein 21

BEST TURKEY MEATLOAF



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After much trial and error trying to make a more healthy meatloaf, I came up with this recipe. It is important to make this on a baking sheet so the liquids can be drained off the meatloaf. Also, do not put the topping on before the meatloaf has cooked for 30 minutes. Turkey creates a lot of juices, so if you put the topping on first it will become watery and runny.

Provided by isabella104

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ pounds ground turkey
¾ cup crushed buttery round crackers
½ cup milk
1 small onion, chopped
1 egg
1 ½ teaspoons salt
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup ketchup
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a jelly roll pan.
  • Mix ground turkey, buttery round cracker crumbs, milk, onion, egg, salt, garlic, and black pepper in a bowl; shape into a loaf and place on the prepared jelly roll pan.
  • Mix ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce in a separate bowl; set aside.
  • Bake meatloaf in preheated oven for 30 minutes; remove from oven and drain liquids. Top meatloaf with ketchup topping. Return loaf to oven and continue baking until no longer pink in the center, about 30 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.3 calories, Carbohydrate 25.2 g, Cholesterol 84.5 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 19.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 880.8 mg, Sugar 12.7 g

MEATLOAF WITH TURKEY, PORK & GROUND BEEF RECIPE - (3/5)



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Provided by á-7927

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 small yellow onion, chopped small
1/2 cup bread crumbs, plain or seasoned
3/4 cups ketchup, divided
4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 pound lean ground turkey
1/2 pound breakfast sausage (whatever flavor you like)
1/2 pound ground beef
1 large egg, beaten
1 1/4 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 cup mushrooms, sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Heat oil in a small pan add onion and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until tender. Move to a large mixing bowl. Combine 1/4 cup of the ketchup and Worcestershire sauce in a small bowl and set aside. Add all meats, remaining ketchup, egg, seasoning salt, garlic powder, Dijon mustard, mushrooms and bread crumbs to the large mixing bowl with the cooked onions. Mix until just incorporated. Mound the meat mixture into a 9x5-inch loaf pan. Bake for 45 minutes. pour off the excess grease and top with the ketchup and Worcestershire sauce mix. Bake for an additional 30 minutes. Let stand for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

Tips:

  • Choose the right meat: For a moist and flavorful meatloaf, use a combination of ground beef and ground pork or turkey. You can also use all beef or all turkey, but the combination of meats will give you the best results.
  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better your meatloaf will taste. Use fresh herbs, vegetables, and spices.
  • Don't overmix the meat: Overmixing the meat will make it tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Shape the meatloaf into a loaf: Shape the meatloaf into a loaf that is about 9x5 inches and 2 inches thick. This will help it cook evenly.
  • Bake the meatloaf at a high temperature: Bake the meatloaf at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the meatloaf rest before slicing: Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This will help the juices redistribute and make the meatloaf easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Frosted meatloaf is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a moist and flavorful meatloaf that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner, give frosted meatloaf a try!

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