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Italian Meatloaf

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Not your plain ol' meatloaf, but still traditional enough for the purists. This one is sure to please everyone in your family.

"I cooked this for my family and it was fantastic. I had to add a little bit more bread crumb to make it a little more solid and sprinkled a litte itialian bread crumb on top after cooking. I will be making this on a reagular basis. Everyone loved it. Thanks to the poster." - Kjcogan

Yield: 4 Ready in 45 minutes

Cuisine: AmericanMain Ingredient: Ground Beef

(4.5, 36) 83% would make again (reviews)

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Servings          
Original recipe makes 4
1 poundGround beef
1/2 poundground mild Italian sausage
1/2 cupyellow onion; chopped
1/2 cupred or green bell pepper; chopped
1 clovegarlic; minced
1/2 cupbread crumbs; coarse dried, preferably sourdough or Italian
2 tablespoonsdry red wine; Optional
1 egg; lightly beaten
1 teaspoonWorcestershire Sauce
2 tablespoonsChopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoondried basil,; crushed
1/2 teaspoondried oregano,; crushed
1/2 teaspoonSalt
1/4 teaspoonBlack Pepper; freshly ground
2 tablespoonsParmesan cheese; freshly grated
1 8-oz cantomato sauce,; divided
1 1/2 cupsmozzarella cheese; shredded, divided

Italian Meatloaf Preparation

Preheat oven to 350 degrees (F). Lightly oil a 9- x 5-inch loaf pan. If using a silicone pan, place on a sturdy baking sheet.

In a large bowl, combine beef, sausage, onion, bell pepper, garlic, bread crumbs, optional wine, egg, Worcestershire, parsley, basil, oregano, salt, pepper, Parmesan and 1/2 cup each tomato sauce and mozzarella. Spoon into prepared pan and gently pack down. Bake 45 minutes. Pour off drippings.

Spread remaining tomato sauce on top of the loaf and sprinkle with remaining 1 cup mozzarella. Bake until an internal temperature reaches 160 degrees on an instant read thermometer. The cheese should be melted and the sauce should be bubbling. Let stand 10 minutes, pour off drippings, and remove from pan before slicing.

Notes

Everyone enjoyed this, but most importantly, my son (who was not previously a meatloaf fan) gave this one 5 stars and told me that when I make meatloaf again, it should be this one. So that alone earns five stars in my book :o)

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  • Calories Per Serving: 1200
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    Italian Meatloaf Reviews

    Give it a rating Would you make it again?   [please sign in to add your comment]
    This recipe was okay, it was a nice change but I probably will not make it again. My family had too many mixed feelings about it.
    2 months, 2 weeks, 17 hours, 5 minutes ago
    I can not say this enough! BEST MEATLOAF EVER!!! Makes great burgers too!
    3 months, 3 days, 4 hours, 4 minutes ago
    My husband and son both said this was the best meatloaf they have ever had. I was out of tomato sauce and used jar mushroom spaghetti sauce instead. Delicious!
    3 months, 3 weeks, 6 days, 11 hours, 44 minutes ago
    My whole family loves it! This is the first meatloaf I've ever made.
    4 months, 12 hours, 37 minutes ago
    I made this for my family and everyone raved! It is one of the best Recipes i have tried out so far! My very picky nine year old asked for seconds......That never happens.
    4 months, 1 days, 10 hours, 9 minutes ago
    Pretty good recipe. Tasted very authentic. Was a hit with the family
    9 months, 2 weeks, 1 days, 18 hours, 13 minutes ago
    Easy to prepare and very tasty meatloaf.
    1 years, 2 months, 5 days, 8 hours, 34 minutes ago
    1 years, 2 months, 1 weeks, 1 days, 19 hours, 42 minutes ago
    Instant family favorite!
    1 years, 5 months, 3 weeks, 3 days, 5 minutes ago
    1 years, 6 months, 3 days, 21 hours, 20 minutes ago
    Very good recipe. Definitely a great twist on meatloaf.
    1 years, 6 months, 1 weeks, 2 days, 10 hours, 12 minutes ago
    Great recipe, easy to make and delicious.
    1 years, 6 months, 1 weeks, 2 days, 17 hours, 58 minutes ago
    A good recipe but not the best.
    2 years, 3 weeks, 3 days, 16 hours, 56 minutes ago
    My family not only loved it, they ate all of it. Great recipe!!!!!
    2 years, 2 months, 1 weeks, 1 days, 18 hours, 20 minutes ago
    Loved it! Easy to make.
    2 years, 2 months, 1 weeks, 2 days, 2 hours, 38 minutes ago
    No one in the house like it!!!
    2 years, 3 months, 2 weeks, 22 hours, 15 minutes ago
    Love it!!!!!
    2 years, 4 months, 3 weeks, 1 days, 21 hours, 24 minutes ago
    I absolutely hate meatloaf but this was amazing! I does taste like pizza and using tomato sauce made all the difference. I'll definitely be making this again.
    2 years, 6 months, 2 weeks, 5 days, 19 hours, 48 minutes ago
    Only meatloaf I ever made but the BEST meatloaf ever! Try pulling it out of oven a few minutes early and let the internal rise while it sits out so that you don't overcook. It was PERFECT!
    2 years, 8 months, 2 days, 51 minutes ago
    Whoever came up with this one should get a medal!! Best meatloaf I've had by far. Wasn't much left when wife and I finished this meal. I made penne pasta in a basil and tomato sauce to go with it, along with Brusetta......Excellant.
    2 years, 8 months, 1 weeks, 4 hours, 27 minutes ago

    Tags

    1. Meatloaf
    2. Beef
    3. Family Favorites
    4. Old Fashioned
    5. Meat
    6. Kid Friendly
    7. Winter
    8. Bake
    9. ComfortFood
    10. Main Dish
    11. American
    12. Ground Beef
    13. Dinner
    14. Spring
    15. Comfort Food

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