by Micah Reeves

Created on: August 24, 2007

Italian Turkey Loaf with Mushrooms

2 pounds ground turkey
2 slices dried whole wheat bread, diced
1/2 cup green pepper, diced
1/2 cup onion, diced
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp. seasoning salt
1 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1 cup fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 large uncooked egg
1 tsp. olive oil
1 small can tomato sauce
1 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (more cheese optional)
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Pasta (and version optional)
Olive oil (optional for pasta)
Salt
Pepper

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In large mixing bowl, add all ingredients. Mix together well with clean hands. Shape into a roll and place in baking pan. Add 1/4 cup water to bottom of pan. Put indentation lengthwise into top of loaf and pour tomato sauce in. Cook for approximately 35 minutes. Once almost done, add shredded cheese on top and allow melting. Salt and pepper to taste. Serves up to 6 people.

This recipe goes well with a side of slightly oiled pasta, sprinkled with Parmesan cheese and some fresh garlic bread. Join this entree with your favorite beverage.

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