Veggie-filled Turkey Loaf With Creamy Onion Gravy

Name: Veggie-filled Turkey Loaf With Creamy Onion Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 onions (2 finely chopped and 2 thinly sliced); 2 garlic cloves, finely minced; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter or 3 tablespoons margarine; 10 ounces mushrooms, coarsely chopped; 2 lbs ground turkey; 1 ½ cups plain dried breadcrumbs; 2 eggs, lightly beaten; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 1 (10 ounce) box frozen French-cut green beans, thawed; 1 ¼ cups chicken broth, divided; 3 tablespoons flour; ½ cup milk

Servings: persons

4 onions (2 finely chopped and 2 thinly sliced)
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
3 tablespoons unsalted butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
10 ounces mushrooms, coarsely chopped
2 lbs ground turkey
1 ½ cups plain dried breadcrumbs
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 (10 ounce) box frozen French-cut green beans, thawed
1 ¼ cups chicken broth, divided
3 tablespoons flour
½ cup milk

1
Preheat the oven to 350F
2
Lightly grease a large roasting pan.
3
In a skillet, cook the CHOPPED onions and the garlic in the butter until soft.
4
Add the mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes.
5
Scrape the mixture into a large bowl and let cool.
6
Add the turkey, bread crumbs, eggs, mustard, parsley, thyme, salt and pepper to the bowl; mix well.
7
Shape half of the meat mixture into a 14x4-inch loaf, flattening the top.
8
Place the green beans down the center, leaving a 1 inch border.
9
Top with the remaining meat mixture, shaping and sealing the loaf to enclose the beans.
10
Place the SLICED onions around the meat loaf.
11
Bake for 45 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer registers 160F and the loaf is firm to the touch.
12
Transfer the meat loaf to a cutting board.
13
Leave onions in the pan.
14
GRAVY: Place the roasting pan with the sliced onions still in it over medium heat.
15
Add 1/4 cup of the chicken broth, stirring up onions and any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
16
In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and milk, then add the remaining 1 cup chicken broth.
17
Add flour-broth mixture to the roasting pan; bring to a boil, keep whisking.
18
Cook until mixture is thickened.
19
Slice meat loaf and serve with gravy.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 onions (2 finely chopped and 2 thinly sliced), 2 garlic cloves, finely minced, 3 tablespoons unsalted butter or 3 tablespoons margarine, 10 ounces mushrooms, coarsely chopped, and more.

Yes, Veggie-filled Turkey Loaf With Creamy Onion Gravy falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!