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italian style meatloaf

Italian-Style Meatloaf

The Crispy Chef
Enjoy the comforting taste of a classic meatloaf with an Italian twist. This recipe combines ground beef and pork with Italian spices, fresh herbs, Parmesan cheese, and marinara sauce for a juicy, flavorful dish that's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6
Calories 425 kcal

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Loaf pan or baking sheet
  • Meat thermometer
  • Sharp Knife
  • Medium skillet
  • Food processor (optional)

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds ground beef 90% lean
  • ½ pound ground pork
  • 1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 ½ cups grated mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup Capocollo slices optional
  • ½ cup fresh basil chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 1 medium red pepper diced
  • ½ cup scallions diced
  • ¼ cup parsley chopped
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup marinara sauce plus extra for serving

Instructions
 

Prepare the Ingredients:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Sauté the diced onion, red pepper, and scallions in olive oil over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until softened. Let cool.

Mix Wet Ingredients:

  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper.

Combine Ingredients:

  • Add the ground beef, pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, basil, oregano, cumin, smoked paprika, sautéed vegetables, and parsley. Gently mix until combined, avoiding overmixing.

Shape the Meatloaf:

  • Transfer the mixture to a loaf pan or baking sheet. Shape into a rectangular loaf about 9x5 inches.

Bake:

  • Spread ½ cup marinara sauce over the top of the meatloaf.
  • Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

Add Mozzarella:

  • In the last 5 minutes of baking, sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top and bake until melted and bubbly.

Rest and Serve:

  • Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with additional marinara sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 425kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 32gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 490mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 850IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 110mgIron: 3mg
Keyword comfort food, Italian cuisine, Italian meatloaf, marinara sauce, meatloaf recipe
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