Here is the next post in what seems to be a now forming DINNER TONIGHT series. This is one of the first recipes that I started ‘cooking’. It is from Hungry Girl’s first book, and I used to make this recipe so often that I had the ingredient list memorized. I made a few changes to the original recipe and for tonight, I didn’t take the time to sauté the onions and peppers for time’s sake.
You can prechop your veggies to save even more time! The meatloaf comes together quickly and has the best Mexican flavor!
The recipe calls for a middle layer of cheese, but I subbed in extra salsa instead. I had the perfect chipotle flavored salsa to give the meatloaf a kick!
Then smothered the BOY’s half with cheesy deliciousness!
I had a slight issue with my cooking time, but luckily everything turned out (although it took a little longer than I expected)!
Although the meatloaf doesn’t picture well, I promise it tastes fantastic!
Speaking of fantastic, check out what arrived in the mail today!
I did a little pre-holiday shopping!
What recipe do you make so often that you have it memorized?
I haven’t made this in a long time, and I am thrilled to add it back into our weeknight rotation.
Turkey Taco Meatloaf
From Hungry Girl
Ingredients
1 lb 98% lean ground turkey
2 slices fat free cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded fat free cheddar cheese
1/2 cup canned sweet corn kernels (I usually omit this)
1/4 cup chopped bell peppers
1/4 cup chopped onions
1/2 cup salsa
1/2 packet of dry taco seasoning mix
Directions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Cook peppers and onions for 3 minutes over medium heat in a pan sprayed with nonstick spray.
In a large bowl, combine onions and peppers with turkey, corn and seasoning mix. Spread half the mixture evenly into the bottom of a loaf pan sprayed with nonstick spray.
Layer the two slices of fat-free cheese on top of the mixture (try to keep if away from the pan’s edges) Evenly top with the remaining meat mixture.
Pour the salsa over the top of the load. Cook in the oven for 30 minutes.
Top loaf with shredded cheese. Return loaf to the oven and cook for another 15 minutes.
Ohh I am so obsessed with salsa. I put it on everything! This looks so good.
Ha ha! I was just checking out your adorable homemade gifts : ) Salsa on meatloaf is the BEST!
Yayy for new cooking ware! I’m probably the only teen that gets excited when I get nonstick pans for Christmas haha. Your turkey recipe looks amazing, too!
I love that you are into cook/bake ware at your age! I started getting into it in college. I got a enw egg pan and was psyched. I got myself on the Sur La Table email list which is the most dangerous thing EVER!
Your dinner looks delicious–can’t go wrong with salsa! 🙂 Yay for surprise deliveries, especially new cookware. Fun!
I know…we need it! I am really excited to put my new pans to work!
what a fun twist on traditional meatloaf! my boyfriend would adore this – he loves tacos. and meatloaf. lol!
They are actually a really awesome combination. Who knew?
Ha ha!
I smother my Mister’s half in extra cheese too. Cheers to easy weeknight meals!
Yes! Easy, healthy, weeknight meals + extra cheese definitely deserves a big CHEERS!
What a great package to arrive! I just love Sur la table and wish we had one closer to where we live…I guess I’ll just have to wait until we move to Houston:)
There is one 10 minute from me and they tempt me with $10 coupons often! You should definitely get on their mailing list!
What a neat variation for typical tacos!!
Thanks!
It really is a fun and adaptable recipe. And since it’s easy, it can be your go-to dinner in a pinch : )
Such a great twist on meatloaf! Totally making this!
You’ll have to let me know what you think of it! Or anything you add to spice it up!
Ooh, we make turkey tacos all the time, but I’ve never thought about making it into a meatloaf – what a fantastic idea. It looks + sounds great!
Give it a go and let me know what you think!
I LOVE turkey tacos!
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