Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs ground beef
- 1/2 lb ground Italian sausage
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup spinach, chopped (optional)
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce (for topping)
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Combine ground beef, Italian sausage, onion, garlic, bread crumbs, eggs, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, parsley, milk, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix well.
- Shape the meat mixture into a 9×12-inch rectangle on a baking sheet.
- Make a well in the center and fill it with mozzarella, spinach, and marinara sauce.
- Fold the meat over the filling, sealing the edges to form a loaf.
- Spread marinara sauce on top and sprinkle with Parmesan.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Covering the meatloaf while baking is optional but helps retain moisture.
- Serve with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
- For a softer texture, avoid overmixing the meat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Halal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg