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Turkey Bacon Loaf With Attitude
Recipe: #19964
July 05, 2015
Categories: Turkey, Mexican, Fathers Day, Game/Sports Day, Halloween, July 4th, Mothers Day, Sunday Dinner, Valentine's Day, Oven Roast, Gluten-Free, Spicy, Mexican Dinner, more
"I find ground turkey usually turns out so dry and gritty and usually quite bland. By adding minced bacon to the ground turkey you get a moist and juicy loaf and it adds some great flavor, also the addition of rice absorbs the fat from the bacon and keeps the loaf together quite nicely. This is on the spicy side which is how we like it but you can easily tone this down by decreasing the hot pepper flakes."
Original is 5 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (189.6 g)
- Calories 364.4
- Total Fat - 17.7 g
- Saturated Fat - 5.3 g
- Cholesterol - 107.8 mg
- Sodium - 740.2 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 11 g
- Dietary Fiber - 0.5 g
- Sugars - 1.1 g
- Protein - 39.8 g
- Calcium - 52.1 mg
- Iron - 2 mg
- Vitamin C - 2.1 mg
- Thiamin - 0.3 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Mix together the ground turkey, minced bacon, pressed garlic, minced onion, rice, chicken bouillon granules and hot pepper flakes and place in the refrigerator for 4 hours to allow the flavours to meld.
Step 2
Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil, coat with non-stick spray, shape the meat mixture into a loaf and place it on top of foil.
Step 3
Mix together the mayonnaise, parmesan cheese and hot sauce and set aside.
Step 4
Place in a preheated 350 degree Fahrenheit oven and cook for 45 minutes, remove from oven and brush the meatloaf with the mayonnaise mixture, return to oven and cook for another 15 minutes.
Step 5
Cover loosely with foil and allow cooling for 10 minutes before slicing into the meatloaf.
Step 6
Enjoy!
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- Look for ground turkey with a higher fat content for a moister and juicier meatloaf.
- If you are not a fan of spice, reduce the amount of hot pepper flakes to your desired level.
- Substitute ground turkey for ground chicken: This substitution will give the turkey bacon loaf a richer flavor and make it more moist.
- Substitute hot pepper flakes for mild chili powder: This substitution will make the turkey bacon loaf less spicy and more flavorful.
Italian Turkey Bacon Loaf Replace the hot pepper flakes with 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, replace the hot sauce with 1/2 cup of marinara sauce, and replace the parmesan cheese with mozzarella cheese. Mix together the marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and Italian seasoning and brush over the meatloaf before returning to the oven for the final 15 minutes.
: Roasted Carrots and Parsnips
: Roasted carrots and parsnips are a great side dish to accompany the Turkey Bacon Loaf with Attitude. The sweetness of the vegetables balances out the spiciness of the loaf and the combination of flavors is delicious. Roasting the vegetables also brings out their natural sweetness and adds a nice crunch to the dish.
: Balsamic Glazed Brussels Sprouts
: Balsamic Glazed Brussels Sprouts are a delicious and healthy accompaniment to the Turkey Bacon Loaf with Attitude. The sweet and tangy flavor of the balsamic glaze pairs perfectly with the spicy and savory flavors of the loaf. The Brussels sprouts provide a crunchy texture to the dish and are a great source of fiber and vitamins.
FAQ
Q: How long should I cook the turkey bacon loaf?
A: Cook the turkey bacon loaf in a preheated 350 degree Fahrenheit oven for 45 minutes, then brush with the mayonnaise mixture and cook for an additional 15 minutes. Cover loosely with foil and allow cooling for 10 minutes before slicing.
Q: Is turkey bacon loaf healthy?
A: Turkey bacon loaf is a healthier alternative to traditional bacon loaf as it uses leaner turkey bacon and is baked instead of fried. It is lower in fat and calories, but still contains sodium.
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Fun facts:
Fun Fact 1: The combination of bacon and poultry is not a recent innovation. In fact, it dates back to the 18th century when it was popular in the United States among the wealthy. It was even served to Thomas Jefferson at the White House in 1802!
Fun Fact 2: The hot sauce used in this recipe, Frank's RedHot, was the secret ingredient used in the original Buffalo Wings created in Buffalo, New York in 1964. It is still the most popular hot sauce used in Buffalo Wings today!