Description
Enjoy cozy evenings with this Zesty Irresistibly Cheesy Stuffed Italian Meatloaf. Bursting with flavorful Italian spices and melty cheese, this dish elevates the classic meatloaf experience into a mouthwatering family favorite. Simple to prepare and versatile enough to adapt to your tastes, it’s perfect for chilly nights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup ketchup (for glaze)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Shape the meat mixture into a rectangle about 1-inch thick on a clean surface.
- Place mozzarella cheese down the center of the meat rectangle, then fold the sides over to encase the cheese completely.
- Transfer the stuffed meatloaf to the prepared baking sheet and brush ketchup over the top.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C). Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg