Italian Meatloaf
Transform your dinner routine with this irresistible Italian Meatloaf, a savory twist on a classic comfort food. Made with a flavorful blend of ground beef and pork, this meatloaf is infused with Italian-inspired ingredients like Parmesan cheese, garlic, and a medley of dried herbs. Each slice is topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella, giving it a rich, cheesy finish that's hard to resist. Quick to assemble and baked to perfection, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy family meal. Serve it alongside garlic bread or a crisp green salad for an easy yet satisfying Italian-American feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds ground beef
- 0.5 pounds ground pork
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 0.25 cups milk
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 0.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, eggs, milk, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper.
Using clean hands or a fork, mix the ingredients together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the meatloaf dense.
Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan, pressing it down evenly into the pan and shaping the top to make it smooth.
Spread 1/2 cup of the marinara sauce evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes.
Remove the meatloaf from the oven and spread the remaining 1/2 cup of marinara sauce on top. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
Return the loaf pan to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160°F (71°C) and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with extra marinara sauce on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3173 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 211.5 g | 271% | |
| Saturated Fat | 85.3 g | 426% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1138 mg | 379% | |
| Sodium | 6276 mg | 273% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 98.8 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.6 g | ||
| Protein | 232.6 g | 465% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 1160 mg | 89% | |
| Iron | 22.0 mg | 122% | |
| Potassium | 1981 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
