Mini [Turkey] Meatloaves

I've never made a meatloaf before, and I wanted to try it out so bad! In order to make it a little more healthy, I used ground turkey. Although through research I've found that using ground turkey is equivalent to using super lean ground beef.  This recipe originated from Real Simple Magazine. It was so good! The secret is the cheddar cheese and horseradish. And also keeps well for left overs. Each loaf (if made with ground sirloin) contains 256 Calories, 11.6g of Fat, 28.5g of Protein, 11.6g Carbs, and 620g Sodium. Not too bad, if I do say so myself.

You will need:

1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs 

cooking spray

2 garlic cloves, chopped

1/2 cup ketchup, divided

3 ounces white cheddar cheese, diced

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

1 tablespoon prepared horseradish

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

3/4 teaspoon dried oregano

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

1/2 pound ground sirloin (I used ground turkey)

1 large egg, lightly beaten

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Heat skillet over medium-high heat. Add breadcrumbs; cook 3 minutes or until toasted, stirring frequently. While the breadcrumbs cook, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add onion and garlic; sauté 3 minutes. Combine onion mixture, breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup ketchup, and remaining ingredients. Shape into 6 (4x2 inch) loaves on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray [broiler pan may not be necessary if you use turkey since it is so lean]; spread 2 teaspoons ketchup over each.  Bake for 25 minutes or until done. I served mine with asparagus and mashed potatoes. 

**Toasting breadcrumbs make them sturdy, hearty, and nutty-tasting. 

**Omit horseradish for a sweeter meat loaf

**The diced cheese melts into pockets as the meat cooks. So amazing!!