Red Pepper Turkey-loaf and Parmesan Potatoes

We don't cook meat often, but when we do, we usually use ground turkey. Turkey cooked with vegetables has a wonderful flavor and texture, and it can serve as a lean meat substitute for traditonal ground beef recipes. 

20 min prep, 45 min cook, serves 6

For the turkey-loaf:

1 1/4 lbs ground turkey

1 small onion, chopped

7 oz jar roasted red peppers, chopped

1 cup chopped cilantro

1 cup grated parmesan

1/2 cup bread crumbs

1 egg, beaten

3 tblspns Dijon mustard

salt and pepper to taste

For the potatoes:

6-8 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed

3 tblspn olive oil

2 tsp paprika

1 tsp garlic salt

1/3 cup grated parmesan

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place the potatoes in a roasting pan and spread the remaining ingredients on top. Use a spoon and mix the oil, seasonings, and cheese until the potatoes are well coated, then place in the oven. Next, mix the turkey-loaf ingredients in a large bowl, then form a loaf in a casserole dish leaving space between the loaf and sides of the dish.  Place in oven with potatoes and bake 45 minutes. Stir the potatoes once after they have cooked for about 30 minutes. 

Homemade Granola

This granola makes for a tasty and healthy breakfast when mixed with some yogurt and berries. Once made, it will stay good for a few weeks. 

10 min prep, 20 min cook, serves 8

3/4 cup honey

3 tblspn coconut oil

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 cup chopped pecans

1/2 cup sunflower seeds

1/2 cup slivered almonds

2 cups old fashioned oats

1/4 cup raisins or other dried fruit

2 tsp cinnamon

pinch of salt

Preheat oven to 325. In a small pot over low heat, combine honey, coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Bring to a simmer, then stir constantly for 4 minutes, then set aside. In a large bowl, combine remaining ingredients, then drizzle sauce on top and stir well to coat. Spread mixture onto a large baking sheet, then bake for 20 minutes, stirring about every 4 minutes. Allow to cool before storing.