Mini Turkey Meatloaves w/ Green Beans and Tater Tots

Dinner Tonight: Mini Turkey Meatloaves w/ Green Beans and Tater Tots





I just had a cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea for Breakfast. A bit cool out there, about 32 degrees and even a wisp of snow. Only had a high in the 40's, thought Spring was here! After Breakfast I went to Meijer for some items that they on sale, stopped by the bank and back home for the day. House cleaning today; ran the vacuum and dusted. For dinner tonight I tried something new, Turkey Mini Meatloaves, I prepared Mini Turkey Meatloaves w/ Green Beans and Tater Tots.
 





I come across the Mini Meatloaves recipe in an issue of EatingWell Magazine sometime back and

just getting around to try it. To make the Mini Meatloaves I substituted the Ground Beef with Jennie - O Extra Lean Ground Turkey Breast, fewer calories, fat, and carbs. I also added Heinz 57 Sauce to the Hunt's Ketchup. So to make the dish I'll need; 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil (divided), 1 pound Jennie - O Extra Lean Ground Turkey Breast, 1 large Egg (lightly beaten), 1/4 cup finely chopped Onion, 1/4 cup Progresso Italian Style Breadcrumbs, 4 tablespoons Hunt's Ketchup (divided), 2 tablespoons Heinz 57 Sauce, and 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce.




To prepare it I preheated the oven to 425°F. Coat a rimmed baking sheet with Pam Cooking Spray.

Next combine turkey, egg, onion, breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons ketchup, Worcestershire and 1/4 teaspoon each garlic powder, salt and pepper in the large bowl. Form the mixture into 4 small loaves about 2 by 4 inches each and place on the prepared baking sheet. In a small bowl mix together the remaining 2 tablespoon ketchup and Heinz 57 Sauce,then  Brush the tops of the meatloaves with the sauce. Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake the meatloaves until a  instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the meatloaves registers 165°F, 20 to 30 minutes. The Mini Meatloaves came out incredible! They baked up perfectly with that excellent Meatloaf taste. And the Heinz 57 Sauce adds additional flavor along with Ketchup. Keeper Recipe!



The recipe calls for baking the Green Beans and using Potato Wedges. Instead I used a can of Del
Monte Low Sodium Cut Green Beans, that I prepared on the stove top, and baked some Ore Ida Mini tater Tots. Really enjoyed this Comfort Food Dinner tonight! For dessert later a Jello Sugar Free Double Chocolate Pudding.











Mini Meatloaves with Green Beans & Potatoes

Makes: 4 servings

Serving Size: 1 mini meatloaf & 3/4 cup each potatoes & green beans

INGREDIENTS
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, divided

3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
3/4 teaspoon ground pepper, divided
1 pound Yukon Gold or red potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1-inch wedges
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 pound lean (90% or leaner) ground beef
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup Italian-seasoned panko breadcrumbs
3 tablespoons ketchup, divided
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 pound green beans, trimmed

PREPARATION
1 - Position racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 425°F. Coat 2 large rimmed baking sheets with cooking spray.
2 - Combine paprika and 1/4 teaspoon each garlic powder, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add potatoes and toss to coat. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil, toss again, then spread the potatoes in a single layer on one of the prepared baking sheets. (Reserve the bowl.) Place on the lower rack to roast for 10 minutes.
3 - Meanwhile, combine beef, egg, onion, breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons ketchup, Worcestershire and 1/4 teaspoon each garlic powder, salt and pepper in the large bowl. Form the mixture into 4 small loaves about 2 by 4 inches each and place on the other prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the remaining 1 tablespoon ketchup. Remove the potatoes from the oven and put the meatloaves on the lower rack.
4 - Toss green beans with the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Move the potatoes to one side of their pan and add the green beans to the other side. Roast the vegetables on the upper rack until the green beans are tender and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the meatloaves registers 165°F, 20 to 30 minutes more.
NUTRITION
Per serving: 437 calories; 20 g fat (6 g sat, 11 g mono); 120 mg cholesterol; 36 g carbohydrates; 2 g added sugars; 9 g total sugars; 29 g protein; 6 g fiber; 748 mg sodium; 1242 mg potassium.

http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/mini_meatloaves_green_beans_potatoes.html

Fish Sandwich w/ Baked Tater Tots

Dinner Tonight: Fish Sandwich w/ Baked Tater Tots




It was Gravy and Toast to jump start my day! I prepared a packet of Pioneer Peppered White Gravy, 2 toasted slices of Healthy Life Whole Grain Bread, and a cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. Good way to start the day! Mom and Dad went to Church this morning so it was hose cleaning for me. Vacuum and dusted and then on to the kitchen, cleaning the stove and oven. not bad out today partly sunny and 50 degrees. But they say our nice days are over for a while. Cold and snow moving in tomorrow. I guess Winter wants to remind us that it's not over yet. For dinner tonight, Fish Sandwich w/ Baked Tater Tots.
 

For my Fish I used Gorton’s Fish Sandwich Fillets. Love Gorton's, one of my favorite frozen fish. To prepare them just preheat the oven on 425 degrees. Then bake them for 19 minutes, turning the fillets over after 10 minutes. Topped the fillet with a slice of Kraft Sharp Cheddar and served on a Aunt Millie's Reduced Calorie Whole Grain Bun. Love these Gorton’s Fillets, nice breading.







Then to go with the Fish Sandwich I prepared some Tater Tots. Love those Tater Tots and I always use Ore Ida Mini Tater Tots. Just bake at 425 degrees for about 15 minutes and done! I baked these at the same time I baked my Gorton’s Fish Fillet, 1 pan and easy clean up. The Tater Tots come out golden brown and delicious! I served them with a side of Hunt’s Ketchup. Fish and Potatoes, a perfect pairing. For dessert later a Jello Sugar Free Dark Chocolate Mousse.








Ore Ida Mini Tater Tots®

Irresistibly poppable.
Just when you thought Tater Tots couldn’t get more fun, along come Mini Tater Tots. They’re fun to pop on their own, or use them in our Cheesy Tater Tots Casserole and other delicious family recipes.

Directions
Keep frozen. Easy Prep Baking: Keep frozen. Do not overcook. Appliance temperatures may vary. Please consider the performance of your appliance when following these directions. 1/2 Bag: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Arrange frozen Mini Tater Tots in a single layer on an 11 inch x 17 inch baking sheet. Heat for 14-16 mins. Cook to a light golden color. Season to taste. Full Bag: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Arrange frozen Mini Tater Tots in a single layer on an 11 inch x 17 inch baking sheet. Heat for 21-24 mins. Cook to a light golden brown. Season to taste.

Deep Fry: Caution: Ice crystals on frozen foods can cause spattering when added to hot oil. Add product carefully. Tips for Frying with Oil: Always preheat oil uncovered. If oil splatters, cover immediately and reduce heat. When splattering stops, remove cover and return to cooking temperature. Be careful not to spatter or spill oil onto hot burner of range. 1. Preheat cooking oil in electric deep fryer to 375 degrees F, check oil temperature. Fill deep fryer not more than half full of oil. 2. Fill fryer basket not more than half full of frozen mini tater tots. Carefully lower basket into hot oil. 3. Fry 3-4 minutes. Cook to a light golden color. 4. Drain on paper towels. Season to taste.

SERVING SIZE 87g
CALORIES 170
FAT 9g
SODIUM 420mg
CARBS 22g

https://www.oreida.com/Products/M/Mini-Tater-Tots#.Vk-lzXarTIU




Gorton’s Fish Sandwich Fillets

BREADED & BATTERED FILLETS

Crunchy breaded fillets that are the perfect size and shape for sandwiches. Just add a bun and you’re

done! Talk about easy. And delicious. And satisfying!
* A fun, new way to enjoy seafood
* 100% Real Fish, No Fillers
* No MSG, artificial colors or flavors
* Natural Omega-3​
http://gortons.com/product/fish-sandwich-fillets

Fish Sandwich w/ Baked Tater Tots

Dinner Tonight: Fish Sandwich w/ Baked Tater Tots




What a beautiful morning sky this morning! Deep blue sky along with some white and grey clouds

along the horizon being lit up by the morning sun, good job Mother Nature! Started the morning with a toasted Healthy Life Whole Grain English Muffin, a fried Egg, 2 Eckrich Turkey Breakfast Sausage Links, and a hot cup of Bigelow decaf Green Tea. Not a whole lot going on today, caught up on everything. Did finish up some laundry for Mom while she was out. Not too bad out, high in the 40's and partly sunny. Cold weather moving in though by later tonight and tomorrow. Spent the afternoon in the easy chair with the remote watching College Football. For dinner tonight I prepared a Fish Sandwich w/ Baked Tater Tots.


For my Fish I used Gorton’s Fish Sandwich Fillets. I baked them at 425 degrees for 19 minutes, turning the fillets over after 10 minutes.  I served the Gorton’s Fish on a Kroger Lite Wheat Bun. Love these Gorton's Fillets, nice breading and love the Fish.



I haven't had Tater Tots in years and years! I had been wanting some so at Kroger the other day I
picked a bag of ore Ida Mini Tater Tots. Couldn't wait to tear into this bag and have some. Just bake at 425 degrees for about 15 minutes and done! I baked these at the same time I baked my Gorton's Fish Fillet. The tater Tots were worth the wait, golden brown and delicious! I served them with a side of Hunt's Ketchup. Fish and Potatoes, a natural pairing. For dessert later a Skinny Cow Chocolate Truffle Ice Cream Bar.






Ore Ida Mini Tater Tots®

Irresistibly poppable.
Just when you thought Tater Tots couldn't get more fun, along come Mini Tater Tots. They're fun to

pop on their own, or use them in our Cheesy Tater Tots Casserole and other delicious family recipes.

Directions
Keep frozen. Easy Prep Baking: Keep frozen. Do not overcook. Appliance temperatures may vary. Please consider the performance of your appliance when following these directions. 1/2 Bag: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Arrange frozen Mini Tater Tots in a single layer on an 11 inch x 17 inch baking sheet. Heat for 14-16 mins. Cook to a light golden color. Season to taste. Full Bag: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Arrange frozen Mini Tater Tots in a single layer on an 11 inch x 17 inch baking sheet. Heat for 21-24 mins. Cook to a light golden brown. Season to taste.
Deep Fry: Caution: Ice crystals on frozen foods can cause spattering when added to hot oil. Add product carefully. Tips for Frying with Oil: Always preheat oil uncovered. If oil splatters, cover immediately and reduce heat. When splattering stops, remove cover and return to cooking temperature. Be careful not to spatter or spill oil onto hot burner of range. 1. Preheat cooking oil in electric deep fryer to 375 degrees F, check oil temperature. Fill deep fryer not more than half full of oil. 2. Fill fryer basket not more than half full of frozen mini tater tots. Carefully lower basket into hot oil. 3. Fry 3-4 minutes. Cook to a light golden color. 4. Drain on paper towels. Season to taste.

SERVING SIZE 87g
CALORIES 170
FAT 9g
SODIUM 420mg
CARBS 22g

https://www.oreida.com/Products/M/Mini-Tater-Tots#.Vk-lzXarTIU




Gorton’s Fish Sandwich Fillets

BREADED & BATTERED FILLETS

Crunchy breaded fillets that are the perfect size and shape for sandwiches. Just add a bun and you’re done! Talk about easy. And delicious. And satisfying!
* A fun, new way to enjoy seafood
* 100% Real Fish, No Fillers
* No MSG, artificial colors or flavors
* Natural Omega-3​

http://gortons.com/product/fish-sandwich-fillets