Kid Friendly Meatloaf
Looking for a dish that’s both wholesome and a hit with the kids? This Kid Friendly Meatloaf is the perfect solution! Made with a tender blend of ground beef and turkey, this recipe sneaks in irresistible flavor thanks to cheddar cheese, ketchup, and a touch of seasoning that little taste buds will love. The homemade sweet and tangy glaze, featuring brown sugar and mustard, adds a delightful finishing touch that makes every bite a winner. Ready in just over an hour, it’s an easy-to-make weeknight dinner that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Serve it with mashed potatoes or roasted veggies for a meal the whole family will ask for again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 0.5 pound ground turkey
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 0.25 cup ketchup
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup ketchup (for topping)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground turkey, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, ketchup, shredded cheddar cheese, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.
Transfer the meat mixture into a greased loaf pan or shape it into a loaf and place it on a lined baking sheet.
In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, brown sugar, and yellow mustard for the topping. Spread the mixture evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Place the meatloaf in the preheated oven and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with your favorite sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2294 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 130.9 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.0 g | 270% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 773 mg | 258% | |
| Sodium | 4793 mg | 208% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.8 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.6 g | ||
| Protein | 160.6 g | 321% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 710 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 16.1 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 1621 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
