Turkey, thyme & leek meatloaf

Turkey, thyme & leek meatloaf

A yummy meatloaf that is perfect for a midweek meal

Difficulty and servings

Easy

Serves 4

Preparation and cooking times

Preparation time

Prep 10 mins

Cook time

Cook 20 mins

Freezable

Low-fat

Method

  1. Heat oven to 220C/fan 200C/gas 7. Heat the oil in a frying pan, then soften the leeks for 5 mins. Line the base of a 28 x 18cm baking tin with greaseproof paper.
  2. Mix the mince, thyme, two-thirds of the breadcrumbs, leeks and egg together with a little seasoning, then tip into the tin. Press the mixture firmly into the tin, then ruffle the surface with a fork. Mix the remaining breadcrumbs and bacon together and scatter over the top. Cook for 15 mins, then finish under the grill until golden and crisp on top. Serve with boiled potatoes and carrots.
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Making it seasonal

To make this dish even more seasonal, soften 200g/8oz peeled, cubed butternut squash with the leeks and add a handful of walnut pieces and cranberries to the mince.

Per serving

302 kcalories, protein 37.0g, carbohydrate 20.0g, fat 8.0 g, saturated fat 2.0g, fibre 3.0g, sugar 3.0g, salt 1.2 g

Recipe from Good Food magazine, December 2006.

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  • 03 November 2007

    Peggy rated and commented on this recipe

    4 stars

    I love this simple easy recipe... I always serve it with crispy roast potatoes. Bliss

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  • 27 November 2007

    Rachel rated and commented on this recipe

    4 stars

    Really simple, cheap and flavoursome meal.

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  • 05 December 2007

    1324 rated this recipe

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  • 09 December 2007

    beth rated and commented on this recipe

    4 stars

    cheap and tasty. my family enjoyed it. I would perhaps add a little more thyme next time.

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  • 11 December 2007

    tattookitten rated and commented on this recipe

    4 stars

    Very yummy, I made it for the family on a sunday instead of the normal roast, I was a tad nervous because they'd never eatten meatloaf before, but they all raved about it afterwards. I served with sweetcorn, roast parsnips and boiled potatoes. I would definately make this again and probably make extra for my boii's lunch!

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  • 13 December 2007

    coby rated this recipe

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  • 29 December 2007

    David rated this recipe

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  • 28 January 2008

    Chris rated and commented on this recipe

    4 stars

    Nice and easy, tasty, quick and cheep. I will be making this again but will add a little more thyme and bacon.

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  • 09 February 2008

    Ratzakli rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    A nice cheap & cheerful supper. I use minced pork instead of turkey as it has more taste.

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  • 21 April 2008

    Pewtersfood rated and commented on this recipe

    4 stars

    Very nice - brilliant mix for burgers too.Needs to be balanced with plain boiled potatoes and Cauli/brocolli.

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  • 17 June 2008

    Thriller rated and commented on this recipe

    4 stars

    great mid week meal. easy to make and comes out great every time. boiled, mashed and roasties all work well although the family do insist gravy!

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  • 23 December 2008

    NixKitz rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    This is delicious! I omitted the egg and just used a bit of olive oil to bind the mixture together. Also used pancetta rather than bacon. Have made this a few times and enjoyed it hot and cold. I also made a festive version using chestnuts and cranberries instead of the leek and that was so good!

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  • 28 December 2008

    Woody rated and commented on this recipe

    2 stars

    This was ok but nothing special - will try again with a few extra bits next time to jazz up a bit- will post back with results :o)

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  • 12 January 2009

    Blackcat2 rated and commented on this recipe

    3 stars

    This was incredibly easy and I can't imagine it ever going wrong. I wasn't comfortable with the 15 minutes suggested cooking time, so doubled it and it came out fine. It was a tad bland and I wish I'd added some garlic and more herbs but I would make again when I need soemthing quick and easy.

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  • 23 January 2009

    Treen rated and commented on this recipe

    4 stars

    Lovely served hot, tried it cold-not as good.

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  • 03 February 2009

    screamer commented on this recipe

    The photo seems to indicate something else is here other than the ingredients listed - looks like carrot or sausage? Anyone any ideas??

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  • 04 February 2009

    Simon rated and commented on this recipe

    4 stars

    Really lovely - definitely needed more thyme and a good few twists of black pepper. It was quite dry too, so I made a simple tomato sauce to go with it, which really enhanced it...

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  • 22 February 2009

    cazzawatto rated and commented on this recipe

    4 stars

    This was really nice. Enjoyed it served hot and cold. Had the second helping cold served with creamy mash, peas and pickled red cabbage. Real comfort food at its best and its low fat!

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  • 04 March 2009

    hiccup42 commented on this recipe

    screamer the stuff on top is bacon...

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  • 19 March 2009

    Carmen Spencer rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    This is SAVAGE! Tasty, easy and healthy!!

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Difficulty and servings

Easy

Serves 4

Preparation and cooking times

Preparation time

Prep 10 mins

Cook time

Cook 20 mins

Freezable

Low-fat

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Per serving

302 kcalories, protein 37.0g, carbohydrate 20.0g, fat 8.0 g, saturated fat 2.0g, fibre 3.0g, sugar 3.0g, salt 1.2 g

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