If you are looking for a meal that would be excellent to serve on Thanksgiving night or at a family dinner, then you need to try this Bobby Flay Turkey Meatloaf since it is not only tasty but also flavorful and simple to make.

How To Know If Turkey Meatloaf Is Cooked?

You will know that Turkey Meatloaf is cooked when the top is browned and the internal temperature is between 160°F and 170°F.

After creating the Turkey Meatloaf mixture according to Bobby Flay’s directions, set it in the oven and begin baking. Whether you use this recipe or another, make sure to check the internal temperature of the meat 10 or 15 minutes before the suggested time. Because the cooking time is merely approximate, it might vary based on a variety of factors such as oven performance.

What Do You Keep Meatloaf From Falling Apart?

Breadcrumbs are an excellent component for keeping the meatloaf from falling apart. To enhance the flavor of the meal, use seasoned bread crumbs. You may substitute breadcrumbs with crackers powder, rolled oats, or potato chips.

Do You Bake Turkey Meatloaf Covered or Uncovered?

The best way to cook Turkey Meatloaf is to Cover a single large meatloaf with a piece of aluminum foil during cooking to keep it moist, but uncover it for the last 15 minutes of baking. 

Should I Soak Breadcrumbs For Bobby Flay Turkey Meatloaf Recipe?

Breadcrumbs are only used in the Bobby Flay Turkey Meatloaf recipe to tie the meat together and keep it from coming apart. However, using dry breadcrumbs might remove some of the moisture from the meat. Soak the breadcrumbs in milk until they get thick and mushy before mixing the ingredients together.

Bobby Flay Turkey Meatloaf Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 small zucchini, finely diced
• 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, finely diced
• 5 cloves garlic, smashed to a paste with coarse salt
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey (90 percent lean)
• 1 cup panko (coarse Japanese breadcrumbs)
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Romano or Parmesan cheese
• 3/4 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

How To Make Bobby Flay Turkey Meatloaf

• Start by preheating the oven to 425°F. 
• Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large frying pan over high heat. 
• Add the diced zucchini, bell peppers, garlic paste, and about 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes. 
• Season with salt and ground black pepper and cook until the vegetables are almost soft but not browned, for about 5 minutes. 
• Once the vegetables are cooked, remove them from heat and set them aside to cool.
• Whisk 1 large egg and fresh herbs in a large bowl. 
• Add the ground turkey, panko, grated cheese, 1/2 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, and the cooked vegetables and mix until just combined.
• Grease the loaf pan with some melted butter or vegetable oil.
• Place the meatloaf mixture in the loaf pan and gently press until formed. 
• Whisk about 1/4 cup ketchup or more(as an option), 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes in a small bowl, and brush the mixture over the entire loaf. 
• Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven.
• Bake for 1 to 1 1/4 hours until the top is browned and the internal temperature 160°F. 
• Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

How To Store Bobby Flay Turkey Meatloaf Leftovers?

Whatever you have some leftovers from your Bobby Flay Turkey Meatloaf recipe, you can easily store them in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Make sure to store your Turkey Meatloaf Leftovers in an airtight container after assuring they have cooled to room temperature.

For longer shelf life, store your Bobby Flay Turkey Meatloaf recipe leftovers in the freezer in an airtight container for up to 2 months.

How To Reheat Turkey Meatloaf Leftovers?

Reheating leftover Turkey Meatloaf from this Bobby Flay recipe may be done in the oven for about 20 minutes at 300°F, or in the microwave for 5 minutes. The only thing to keep an eye on is the interior temperature, which should be 160°F.

For frozen Turkey Meatloaf, you can thaw it in the refrigerator for 12h or overnight, then reheat it in the oven. And if you want to reheat from frozen, it will take 40 to 45 in at 300°F.

What To Serve With Bobby Flay Turkey Meatloaf

Turkey Meatloaf is a perfect dish for Thanksgiving night, the best way to serve it is with cranberry sauce and garlic mashed potatoes. Also, you can serve it with fresh salad tomatoes, or corn salad for a full healthy meal. 

Roasted veggies such as carrots, cauliflower, potatoes, asparagus, and mushrooms are good dishes to serve with turkey meatloaf.

As a dessert, ice cream, fruit juice, fruit salad, and strawberry sauce will work well with turkey meatloaf.

Check this list of more side dishes idea to serve with bobby flay turkey meatloaf:

• Dinner Rolls
• Paella Salad
• Garlic Bread
• Salad Nicoise
• Cornbread
• Turkey Tetrazzini
• Mashed Potatoes
• Potato Wedges
• Zucchini Pancakes
• Cauliflower Tots
• Crockpot Corned Beef

Try More Recipes:

• Ina Garten Corned Beef And Cabbage
• Ina Garten Lobster Paella

Bobby Flay Turkey Meatloaf Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 slice (137g) 

• Calories 193
• Calories from Fat 73
• Total Fat 8.1g
• Saturated Fat 1.9g
• Trans Fat 0.1g
• Cholesterol 69mg
• Sodium 602mg
• Potassium 279mg
• Total Carbohydrates 15g
• Dietary Fiber 1.1g
• Sugars 4g
• Protein 15g