Easy Italian Meatloaf
A classic, comforting Italian meatloaf recipe made with a blend of lean ground beef and pork, flavorful seasonings, and topped with marinara and melted mozzarella. Perfect for a healthy and satisfying weeknight dinner!
Equipment
- Loaf Pan
- Parchment Paper
- Internal Meat Thermometer
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 0.5 pound lean ground pork
- 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 0.75 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cup milk low-fat if desired
- 1 cup marinara sauce divided
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper for effortless cleanup.
- In a large bowl, combine the lean ground beef, ground pork, Italian breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped onion, minced garlic, eggs, milk, ½ cup of marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Gently mix everything together until just combined. Overmixing can make your meatloaf tough, so stop as soon as it looks uniform!
- Transfer the meat mixture into your prepared loaf pan. Gently press it into an even loaf shape. Spread the remaining ½ cup of marinara sauce evenly over the top.
- Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes, or until an internal meat thermometer reads 160°F (71°C). For the last few minutes, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top and return to the oven until melted and bubbly.
- Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Enjoy this healthy, satisfying meal!
Nutrition Information (per serving):
Calories: 329 kcal
Total Carbs: 15g
Net Carbs: 13g
Fats: 18g
Protein: 26g
Fiber: 2g
Calories: 329 kcal
Total Carbs: 15g
Net Carbs: 13g
Fats: 18g
Protein: 26g
Fiber: 2g
