Savory Italian Meatloaf Recipe
Enjoy this savory Italian meatloaf delight with juicy ground beef, tangy marinara, and Parmesan cheese. Ready in 75 minutes, 320 kcal per serving!
Equipment
- Loaf pan (9x5-inch)
- Parchment paper
- Large mixing bowl
- Spatula or wooden spoon (for mixing)
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife and cutting board (for onion)
- Optional: Meat thermometer (for checking doneness)
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup Italian breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup marinara sauce plus extra for topping
- 1 small onion finely diced
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, diced onion, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Add ½ cup marinara sauce to the mixture, mixing until everything is well incorporated.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it into the prepared loaf pan.
- Spread a thin layer of extra marinara sauce on top of the meatloaf.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C), then let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
