ITALIAN TURKEY MEAT LOAF

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It's easy to whip up this turkey and bean meat loaf on weeknights, and it makes fantastic sandwiches the next day. It's a little softer than most loaves but it slices perfectly and holds its shape while serving. -Laurie Bock, Lynden, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 garlic cloves, halved
2 medium carrots, cut into chunks
1 small onion, cut into wedges
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup fat-free milk
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste, divided
3 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 package (20 ounces) lean ground turkey
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place garlic, carrots and onion in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped. Add beans; process until blended. In a large bowl, combine oats, milk, half of the tomato paste, 1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, seasoned salt and black bean mixture. Add turkey; mix lightly but thoroughly., Shape into a loaf and place in an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, 30 minutes., Combine water with the remaining tomato paste and Italian seasoning; spread over meat loaf. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 165°. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 517mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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