Meatloaf with Mozzarella Mushrooms and Pepperoni
Elevate your classic comfort food game with this irresistible Meatloaf with Mozzarella Mushrooms and Pepperoni. This savory creation brings together a blend of ground beef and pork, perfectly seasoned with Italian herbs, garlic, and Parmesan, for a rich, flavorful base. Finely chopped mushrooms and melty mozzarella are folded in for extra depth, while a tantalizing layer of pepperoni and gooey cheese is hidden in the center as a delicious surprise. Topped with a tangy, sweet ketchup glaze infused with brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce, this meatloaf bakes to juicy perfection with a golden, caramelized finish. Perfect for a hearty family dinner, this recipe is a mouthwatering twist on a comfort food classic, guaranteed to impress anyone at the table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Ground beef
- 1 lb Ground pork
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 units Large eggs
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 1 tbsp Dried Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 3 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Button mushrooms, finely chopped
- 1.5 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 20 units Pepperoni slices
- 0.5 cup Ketchup
- 2 tbsp Brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a loaf pan.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, eggs, milk, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and minced garlic. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat mixture.
Fold in the finely chopped mushrooms and 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, distributing it evenly throughout the mixture.
Transfer half of the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan or shape it into a loaf on the baking sheet.
Layer the pepperoni slices across the top of the meat layer. Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of mozzarella cheese over the pepperoni.
Spread the remaining meat mixture on top and gently shape it to encase the fillings completely, sealing the edges.
In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.
Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes before slicing to ensure it holds its shape. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
860 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.2 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.7 g | 124% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 246 mg | 82% | |
| Sodium | 1177 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.6 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.7 g | ||
| Protein | 55.0 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 355 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 744 mg | 16% | |
*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.
