Mediterranean Meatloaf Food

MEDITERRANEAN MEATLOAF

Steps:

• In a large bowl combine all of the above ingredients.
• Knead ingredients together until thoroughly blended.
• Place the meat mixture in a non stick roasting pan and pat to form into a loaf shape.
• Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for about 45 minutes.

MEDITERRANEAN MEATLOAF

Steps:

• Heat oven to 400°F Soften tomatoes according to package directions; coarsely chop and set aside.
• In small skillet, cook spinach and onion over low heat 4 to 5 minutes or until onion is tender.
• Remove from heat; cool slightly.
• Stir in cheese; set aside.
• In large bowl, combine turkey, oats, garlic powder, oregano, salt, if desired, pepper, milk and sun-dried tomatoes; mix lightly but thoroughly.
• Shape 2/3 of turkey mixture into 9-by-6-inch loaf in 13-by-9-inch baking dish.
• Make a deep indentation down center of turkey mixture, leaving about 1 1/2 inches around edges of loaf; fill with spinach mixture.
• Top with remaining turkey mixture to completely cover spinach filling; pinch edges to seal.
• Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until juices run clear when pierced with fork.
• Let stand 5 minutes before slicing.

JEFF AND GEOFFREY'S ULTIMATE MEATLOAF

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray an 8 1/2-by-4 1/2-inch loaf pan with cooking spray. Line the pan lengthwise with a long strip of parchment, rubbing it to adhere it to the pan and making sure it is long enough to hang over the ends of the pan.
• Put the beef, lamb and pork into a large mixing bowl and add the olives, onions, crushed saltines, yogurt, mint, oregano, cumin, garlic and egg. Add the hot sauce, salt and some ground pepper and very gently mix with your hands until the ingredients are evenly incorporated. Add the feta and mix lightly, incorporating the feta in whole crumbles if possible. Try not to overmix; it can make the meatloaf tough.
• Transfer the meat mixture to the pan and press it gently to eliminate any air pockets. Set the loaf pan on a baking sheet and bake until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center registers 155 degrees F, 40 to 45 minutes.
• Let the meatloaf cool in the pan for about 20 minutes before using the parchment paper to lift it out of the pan and transfer it to a serving platter. Slice while warm and serve with the Mint Tzatziki on the side.
• Grate the cucumber on the large holes of a box grater into a large fine-mesh strainer set over a bowl. Sprinkle the cucumber generously with salt, tossing a few times with your hands to evenly distribute it; let stand for 10 minutes to drain.
• Using your hands, squeeze the cucumber to drain any excess moisture. Transfer to a mixing bowl and add the yogurt, mint and garlic. Stir well to combine, taste and adjust the seasoning with salt if necessary.
• Store the tzatziki in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

TURKEY MEATLOAF WITH FETA AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES

Steps:

• Place an oven rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
• Spray a 9 by 5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
• In a large bowl, stir together the bread crumbs, parsley, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, if using, eggs, milk, feta, salt, and pepper. Add the turkey and gently stir to combine, being careful not to overwork the meat.
• Carefully pack the meat mixture into the prepared pan and bake until the internal temperature registers 165 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer, about 45 minutes. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and slice. Put on a serving platter and serve.

MEDITERRANEAN STYLE MEATLOAF

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees F; place a rack over a rimmed baking sheet (I use a metal cookie cooling rack).
• In a large mixing bowl, lightly beat egg.
• Add in onion, celery, ketchup, bulgur, cheese, cumin, oregano and season with salt and pepper to taste; mix well.
• Add ground beef and mix well; using your hands works best.
• Shape loaf to desire size and shape and place in the center of the rack.
• Bake until an instant read meat thermometer registers 165 degrees F, about 45 minutes.

MEDITERRANEAN TURKEY MEATLOAF

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
• In a medium bowl, gently mix all ingredients.
• Shape mixture into a loaf pan.
• Bake 45-55 minutes (until 170 degrees internally).
• Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.

MEDITERRANEAN MEATLOAF

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 450°F.
• Microwave the carrots and onion on high for 3 minutes (they should be slightly shriveled).
• Mix the microwaved vegetables with the bread crumbs, ground turkey, and egg white. Add salt if using and pepper.
• Line a baking sheet with foil, shape the turkey mixture into 2 6x3-inch loaves and place on the foil, bake uncovered, for 15 minutes in the preheated oven.
• Meanwhile, prepare the tomato sauce by mixing the olives, pepper flakes and crushed tomatoes with their liquid together; microwave on high for 2 minutes, or until warmed through.
• Remove the meat loaves from the oven; divide the tomato mixture into two equal servings, pour the tomato mixture in equal amounts over the meat loaves.