My hubby is beyond addicted to this stuff! We finish one serving and he’s asking when I can make this recipe again
This classic Italian meatloaf recipe is a hearty and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a family dinner or weeknight meal. The combination of ground beef, Italian sausage, and savory herbs creates a delicious and satisfying flavor profile.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Ground beef | 1 lb |
| Ground mild Italian sausage | 1/2 lb |
| Onion, finely chopped | 1 small |
| Bell pepper, chopped | 1/2 cup |
| Olive oil | 1 teaspoon |
| Worcestershire sauce | 1 teaspoon |
| Garlic, minced | 1 clove |
| Dried oregano | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Dried basil | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Dried parsley | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Egg, beaten | 1 |
| Italian bread crumbs | 3/4 cup |
| White bread, crumbled | 2 slices |
| Milk | 1 tablespoon |
| Shredded mozzarella cheese | 8 oz (reserve 3/4 cup for topping) |
| Grated Parmesan cheese | 1/4 cup |
| Marinara sauce | 1 cup (plus extra for topping) |
Instructions:
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- Sauté vegetables: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and bell pepper, and sauté until softened (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Set aside to cool.
- Prepare meat mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, Italian sausage, Worcestershire sauce, dried herbs, beaten egg, bread crumbs, crumbled white bread, milk, sautéed vegetables, shredded mozzarella cheese (reserve some for topping), and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix well.
- Form meatloaf: Transfer meat mixture to the greased loaf pan and shape into a loaf.
- Add marinara sauce: Pour 1 cup of marinara sauce over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake: Place loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60-75 minutes, or until the meatloaf is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Add cheese topping: During the last 10 minutes of baking, sprinkle reserved shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the meatloaf.
- Let it rest: Remove meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve: Slice and serve warm, topped with additional marinara sauce if desired.
