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Posted by Mary Ankar on May 29, 2009



Meat-loaves-ck-1599643-l One of my favorite lines from the movie, Wedding Crashers, is "Ma! The Meatloaf!" Demanded by all because of its comforting capabilities, it is definitely a loved supper in my household.

I create meatloaf and their varying flavors out of anything we have leftover in the fridge.
Here's what we had tonight.

1# lean ground turkey
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
3 tablespoons dried breadcrumbs
4 tablespoons ketchup, divided
2 tablespoons crumbled Boursin cheese
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 large egg, lightly beaten
Cooking spray

1. Preheat oven to 350.
2. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl (use 2 tablespoons ketchup here). Mix by hand just until combined - do not over mix or loaf won't be as tender. Transfer to a loaf pan coated with cooking spray.
3. Bake at 350 for 1 hour or until a thermometer inserted in center is 160 (temperature will vary depending on type of meat used). Brush with remaining 2 tablespoons ketchup. Bake 5 more minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.

Think outside the meatloaf "box" and substitue in any type of ground meat you have on hand, any color onion, any type of cheese. The possibilities are endless so get out there and create an easy weeknight (and budget-friendly) dinner for your family tonight. Or try one from a Cooking Light story devoted to meatloaf!


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Krikri replied on June 08, 2009 at 05:26 PM

This is a recipe worth trying. In these times that many are asking about how to save,this recipe which makes use of "anything we have leftover in the fridge", is welcome.

cheap viagra replied on April 27, 2010 at 10:15 AM

Ketchup has health benefits which are offset by the salt and sugar content. Ketchup is a source of lycopene, an antioxidant which may help prevent some forms of cancer. This is particularly true of the organic brands of ketchup.

Keven replied on January 14, 2011 at 01:50 AM

Good job..It's a very nice post..Thank you for share ..And I wantn't to missed them..

Leona replied on April 01, 2011 at 03:25 AM

I am definitely not advanced at all when it comes to doing these things, but I am trying my best to read up on as many articles that deal with the subject.

Jamie replied on November 09, 2011 at 12:48 PM

I love meatloaf! My sister never lets us make it though. So, when she is out of the house, we get to dine like kings! Check out what we had last night - http://imunchie.com/jacob/munchies/sauteed-organic-produce

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