Italian Cheese-Stuffed Meatloaf

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Cheesy and Flavorful Italian Cheese-Stuffed Meatloaf Recipe
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 eggs
1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
2 cups soft french breadcrumbs
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 garlic cloves , minced
1 can pizza sauce or ( 8 ounce ) can spaghetti sauce
1 1/2 cups shredded provolone cheese ( or 6 ounces sliced )
1 jar roasted red peppers , drained , chopped
1/4 cup chopped black olives

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
488
Sugar
5g
Fat
30g
Italian Cheese-Stuffed Meatloaf is a classic comfort food dish with a twist. The stuffing of cheese, roasted red peppers, and black olives adds depth and flavor to the already delicious meatloaf. This hearty dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or when you want to indulge in some good old comfort food. Serve with your favorite vegetables and some garlic bread for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking dish with parchment paper
2.Beat the eggs in a large bowl then add ground beef, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, basil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together using your hands.
3.Press half of the beef mixture into the bottom of the prepared dish then add an even layer of shredded provolone cheese on top.
4.Add roasted red peppers and black olives on top of the cheese layer then cover with the remaining beef mixture.
5.Spread pizza or spaghetti sauce evenly on top of the beef mixture.
6.Bake for 1 hour or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160°F on an instant-read thermometer. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

PROS

This meatloaf has a delicious Italian flavor due to the addition of basil, parmesan cheese, and pizza sauce.

The cheese-stuffing adds an element of surprise and perfect gooeyness to each slice.

This dish is perfect for a hearty family meal and makes delicious leftovers.

CONS

Meatloaf is typically not considered a healthy food as it is often high in fat, salt, and calories.

Breadcrumbs are commonly used to hold the meatloaf together, which adds carbs and can be an issue for people on low-carb diets.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although this dish is not particularly healthy, lean ground beef provides high-quality protein and many essential nutrients such as zinc, iron, and vitamin B6.
Black olives contain monounsaturated fat, which is a heart-healthy fat.
Basil is a great source of antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties.

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