Recipe of the Week: Potato Topped Turkey Meatloaf

Who says you can't eat your favorite foods while striving to be healthy? Most people, especially in the South, crave comfort foods. All they need is a healthy twist! My mom makes this healthy version of meatloaf... I was surprised the first time I tried it realizing that it's delicious:

1.5 lb ground turkey (Jenny-O Lean Ground Turkey)
1/2 cup 2% shredded cheese
1 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
2/3 cup mushrooms
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup ketchup
1 egg, well beaten
1.5 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
2 cups hot mashed potatoes (Bob Evans)

Combine all ingredients except the potatoes in a large bowl. Blend well. Press mixture into a 9 x 5 x 3 inch loaf pan. Bake at 325 degrees for 50-60 minutes. Remove from oven & let set in pan for 5 minutes.

Spread mashed potatoes over top and sides of meat. Place under broiler until golden brown.
You can find both of the key ingredients in the refrigerated section of your grocery store. By using lean ground turkey instead of beef, there is 65% less fat while keeping high protein content. Bob Evan's mashed potatoes have many varieties while containing 2g fiber and 7g protein per serving!

Makes 6 servings. 1 slice: 330 calories, 20g carbohydrate, 3g fiber, 28g protein

Tip: For weight loss, eat 1 slice with side salad, vegetables & keep mashed potatoes to 1/4-1/2 cup
      For weight gain, eat 2 slices with side salad, vegetables, extra mashed potatoes & drink milk