Stuffed Italian Meatloaf
Stuffed Italian Meatloaf combines savory ground beef and Italian sausage with aromatic herbs, wrapped around a gooey, cheesy mozzarella and spinach filling. Topped with marinara and Parmesan, this hearty, flavorful meatloaf is perfect for family dinners or meal prep and delivers comforting Italian flavors in every slice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-55 minutes
- Total Time: About 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6-8
- Category: Main Course, Italian, Comfort Food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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 shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup chopped spinach (optional)
¼ cup marinara sauce
½ cup marinara sauce (for topping)
¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large bowl, mix ground beef, Italian sausage, onion, garlic, bread crumbs, eggs, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, parsley, milk, salt, and pepper until fully combined.
On a baking sheet, shape the meat mixture into a 9×12-inch rectangular loaf.
Create a well in the center and fill with mozzarella, chopped spinach (if using), and marinara sauce.
Carefully fold meat around filling, sealing edges to form a loaf.
Spread remaining marinara sauce on top and sprinkle with Parmesan.
Bake 45-55 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Let rest 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with extra marinara if desired.
Notes
Add mushrooms, bell peppers, or olives to the filling for extra flavor.
Fresh basil or oregano brightens the dish.
Include crushed red pepper flakes for spice.
Substitute gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
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