Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 cup

onion

diced

1 cup

mushroom

diced

0.5 cup

pineapple

diced

1 tbsp

garlic

minced

2 tbsp

olive oil

0.5 lb

ground turkey

0.5 lb

ground pork

1 unit

egg

3 tbsp

teriyaki sauce

4 piece

toast

torn in small pieces

6 slice

bacon

3 piece

pineapple rings

Step 1
~6 min

Preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2
~6 min

Dice the onion, mushroom, and pineapple.

Step 3
~6 min

Mince the garlic.

Step 4
~6 min

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5
~6 min

Add olive oil to the skillet.

Step 6
~6 min

Sauté the onion, mushrooms, and garlic for 10 minutes, stirring frequently, then let cool.

Step 7
~6 min

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, ground pork, egg, torn toast, diced pineapple, and teriyaki sauce.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 8
~6 min

Add the cooled sautéed vegetables to the mixing bowl.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 9
~6 min

Thoroughly mix all ingredients together.

Step 10
~6 min

Form the mixture into a loaf shape in the middle of a large casserole dish, ensuring space on all sides.

Step 11
~6 min

Pat the meatloaf to ensure it is firmly packed.

Step 12
~6 min

Top the meatloaf with bacon slices.

Step 13
~6 min

Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the meatloaf is browned.

Step 14
~6 min

Optionally, top with pineapple rings before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meat mixture.

Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes after baking before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with mashed potatoes and steamed green beans.

Serve with rice and a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mashed Potatoes
Steamed Green Beans
Rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States (adapted with Japanese flavors)

Cultural Significance

Comfort food with a modern twist

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family Dinners
Holiday Meals

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Gathering
Potluck

Popularity Score

65/100

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