Fennel and Apple Turkey Loaf

2 tsp olive oil
1 small yellow onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/3 cup fennel bulb, chopped (about 1 medium)
1/2 medium granny smith apple, peeled and chopped
2 tsp lemon zest
1 1/2 tsp fennel seed
1 tsp ground coriander
24 oz ground turkey (NOT turkey breast)
1 cup shredded gruyere (about 4 oz)
2 slices whole wheat sandwich bread, shredded
1 large egg

Preheat oven to 350.

In a medium skilled, heat olive oil over medium-high. Add onion, garlic, fennel, and apple and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is soft and vegetables begin to brown; about 5 minutes. Add lemon zest, fennel seed, coriander, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring, 1 minute.

In a large bowl, combine turkey, cheese, bread, and egg. Add vegetable mixture. Using your hands, mix ntil ingredients are combined. Transfer to a parchment - lined rimmed baking sheet. Form a 4x10 inch loaf. Bake until meatloaf is cooked through; about 40 minutes, rotating sheet half way through. Let rest 15 minutes before slicing

Number of Servings: 6

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user XTMONT.