Missing those cozy Thanksgiving flavors? My Turkey & Stuffing Meatloaf brings all that holiday magic to your dinner table any time of year! Think perfectly moist turkey meatloaf infused with classic stuffing, herbs, and topped with rich gravy – it’s pure comfort food heaven! If you love comforting dinner recipes, try my Classic Chicken & Wild Rice Casserole next. Find all my Dinner Recipes here!I’m so excited to share this recipe with you! This meatloaf transforms those post-holiday turkey markdowns into something absolutely magical. And let me tell you – my taste testers claim this is the best meatloaf they’ve ever tried! The secret? We’re using actual stuffing mix instead of plain breadcrumbs, plus a special blend of seasonings that’ll make your kitchen smell just like Thanksgiving Day.What You’ll Need:Ground Turkey: We’re using 85% lean for the perfect moisture balanceStuffing Mix: Trust me on this one – Pepperidge Farm Herb Seasoned is a game-changerFresh Aromatics: Onions, celery, and garlic create that classic stuffing baseSpecial Seasonings: Bell’s Seasoning brings that holiday magicTurkey Stock: For maximum flavor (homemade is amazing, but store-bought works too!)Let’s Talk Turkey:Listen up – while any ground turkey will work, here’s why I recommend 85% lean:Popular Stories Right nowApple Zucchini BreadCaesar Chicken with AsparagusEasy Chicken RissolesPerfect balance of lean meat and fatKeeps the meatloaf moist and tenderAdds richness to the flavorHelps bind everything togetherThe Secret to Perfect Texture:Here’s where the magic happens! Two key steps make this meatloaf extra special:Pre-soaking the stuffing in stock creates the perfect textureProcessing some stuffing into fine crumbs gives us an amazing crustSautéing the vegetables adds depth and ensures they’re perfectly tenderPro Tip: Always fry up a tiny test patty before baking the whole loaf. This lets you adjust seasonings perfectly!IngredientsFor the Meatloaf:4 cups herb seasoned stuffing mix divided4 cups turkey stock divided6 tablespoons butter1½ cups onion finely diced1 cup celery finely diced2 teaspoons fresh garlic minced1 tablespoon Bell’s Seasoning4 large eggs beaten2 pounds ground turkey 85% lean1½ teaspoons kosher salt½ teaspoon black pepperFor the Gravy:2 cups reserved turkey stock3½ tablespoons butter5 tablespoons all-purpose flour½ teaspoon Kitchen BouquetSalt and pepper to tasteInstructionsPreheat oven to 375°F. In large bowl, combine 3 cups stuffing mix with 2 cups stock. Let soften.Melt butter in pan over medium heat. Cook onions, celery, garlic until soft. Add Bell’s Seasoning. Cool slightly.Process remaining cup of stuffing into fine crumbs. Mix ground turkey, eggs, salt, and pepper into soaked stuffing. Fold in cooled vegetables and crumbs.Line sheet pan with parchment and spray. Shape mixture into loaf with wet hands. Bake 55-60 minutes to 155°F internal temperature. Rest 15 minutes.For gravy: Melt butter, whisk in flour. Cook 2-3 minutes. Gradually whisk in hot stock. Add Kitchen Bouquet. Simmer until thickened.NotesUse thermometer for perfect donenessKeep hands wet when shapingCan be made ahead and frozenPerfect for leftoversYou Make Like This
Turkey Stuffing Meatloaf!!!
