Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef
- 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: sliced pepperoni or cooked Italian sausage for extra stuffing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, Italian breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, parsley, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Divide the meat mixture in half. On a baking sheet or in a loaf pan, shape the first half into a rectangular layer.
- Spread marinara sauce over the meat layer and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese. Add extra stuffing ingredients if desired.
- Top with the second half of the meat mixture, sealing edges around the stuffing.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C). During the last 10 minutes, add extra marinara and cheese for a gooey top.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add cooked Italian sausage or pepperoni to enhance flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.
- Allow the meatloaf to rest, ensuring juicy slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Not specific
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg