Description
A comforting Italian meatloaf stuffed with mozzarella and served with marinara, perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs ground beef
- ½ lb ground Italian sausage
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp parsley, chopped
- ½ cup milk
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup spinach, chopped (optional)
- ¼ cup marinara sauce (for stuffing)
- ½ cup marinara sauce (for topping)
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, Italian sausage, onion, garlic, bread crumbs, eggs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and parsley.
- Add the milk, along with salt and pepper, and mix until everything is fully combined.
- On a baking sheet, form the meat mixture into a rectangular loaf, approximately 9×12 inches in size.
- Create a well in the center of the meatloaf and stuff it with mozzarella cheese, spinach (if using), and a spoonful of marinara sauce.
- Carefully fold the meat around the filling, sealing the edges to form a complete loaf.
- Spread the remaining marinara sauce on top of the meatloaf and sprinkle with the grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing it up.
- Serve with extra marinara sauce, if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Can be frozen for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Italian meatloaf, stuffed meatloaf, comfort food, family dinner, easy recipes
