Neapolitan Meatloaf
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Neapolitan Meatloaf, a hearty and elegant main dish bursting with Italian-inspired ingredients. This recipe blends ground beef and pork with Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and aromatic garlic to create a moist and flavorful base, while a rich filling of prosciutto, wilted spinach, and creamy mozzarella elevates every slice. Rolled into a stunning loaf and topped with a robust marinara sauce, this dish is baked to perfection for a tender, melt-in-your-mouth experience. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining, Neapolitan Meatloaf combines classic comfort food with sophisticated Mediterranean flair. Ready in just 80 minutes, it delivers bold, layered tastes that are sure to impress. Keywords: Neapolitan meatloaf recipe, Italian meatloaf, prosciutto-stuffed meatloaf, mozzarella meatloaf, savory comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Ground beef
- 250 g Ground pork
- 120 g Breadcrumbs
- 120 ml Milk
- 2 large Eggs
- 50 g Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 15 g Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1.5 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 150 g Mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 6 slices Prosciutto, thinly sliced
- 100 g Fresh spinach
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 250 ml Marinara sauce
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes until the breadcrumbs absorb the milk.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, soaked breadcrumbs, eggs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined, but do not overwork the meat mixture.
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
On a piece of parchment paper, flatten the meat mixture into a large rectangle, roughly 1.5 cm (0.6 inch) thick.
Layer the flattened meat mixture with the prosciutto slices, followed by the wilted spinach, and then the mozzarella slices, leaving a small border around the edges.
Using the parchment paper to help, carefully roll the meat mixture into a log, ensuring the filling is sealed inside. Pinch the ends closed to prevent the filling from leaking out.
Transfer the meatloaf to the prepared baking tray, seam side down.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Remove the meatloaf from the oven and spread the marinara sauce evenly over the top.
Return the meatloaf to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 70°C (160°F).
Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3644 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 239.4 g | 307% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.8 g | 504% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1190 mg | 397% | |
| Sodium | 10075 mg | 438% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.3 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.6 g | ||
| Protein | 260.8 g | 522% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 1867 mg | 144% | |
| Iron | 25.3 mg | 141% | |
| Potassium | 2274 mg | 48% | |
*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.
