Space Coast Orange-Glazed Turkey Meatloaf

Category: Meals (Cuban-FL, citrus, pork, chicken, rice) Yield: 4 servings (scale 2/4/6/8 in the app) Prep 15 min Cook 50 min Total 65 min Method: OVEN Main: turkey

A tender turkey meatloaf gets a mild Florida-orange glaze with garlic and herbs.

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Food safety

Cook ground turkey to 165°F (74°C), checked in the center with a food thermometer.

Allergens: egg, wheat

Equipment

Loaf pan or rimmed baking sheet
mixing bowl
small saucepan
food thermometer

Ingredients (for 4 servings)

1¼ lb ground turkey (565 g)
½ cup quick oats or plain breadcrumbs (45 g)
1 large egg
½ small onion, finely grated
1 teaspoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup Florida orange juice (120 ml)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Black pepper
nonstick spray

Directions

Heat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly oil a loaf pan or line a rimmed baking sheet.
Mix turkey, oats, egg, onion, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper just until combined.
Shape into a loaf and bake for 35 minutes.
Meanwhile, simmer orange juice, tomato paste, honey, and mustard for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Brush the loaf with half the glaze. Bake 10–15 minutes more, until the center reaches 165°F (74°C). Rest 10 minutes, then serve with remaining glaze.

Skill taught

Keeping lean ground turkey moist while checking a safe finished temperature.

Affordable substitution

Use ground chicken or lean ground beef; cook beef to 160°F (71°C).
Party option: Bake as 12 mini meatloaves in a muffin pan; shorten the cooking time and check each center for 165°F.
Relaxed option: Serve slices with roasted vegetables or a simple salad.

Leftovers and storage

Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours for up to 3 days; reheat to 165°F (74°C).

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