Italian Style Turkey Meat Loaf

I know a lot of people just skip over meatloaf recipes...but believe me, just try this one! My husband LOVES beef so I was hesitant to try this recipe, but it was a hit. It is very moist and flavorful.

(I usually half the recipe for our family of 5)

2 lbs lean ground turkey

1 c. Italian style bread crumbs

1/2 c. ketchup

1 c. grated mozzarella

1 c. finely chopped onion

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 c. chopped fresh parsley

2 tsp. dried basil

1 tsp. salt

1/2 tsp. pepper

2 eggs, lightly beaten

2 c. pasta sauce (or a little more if desired)

Heat oven to 350 degrees.

Combine all ingredients except pasta sauce. Mix well. Transfer to baking pan and shape into a loaf about 12 inches long and 5 inches wide. Bake for 40 minutes, then remove from oven and pour pasta sauce over top. Keep baking until it is cooked through, about 30 minutes more. Allow to sit in pan for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.