Easy Italian Meatloaf That Will Steal Your Heart!

A delightful twist on traditional meatloaf with juicy ground beef and zesty marinara, this Easy Italian Meatloaf is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 50

Resting Time 10

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 6 slices

Course: Quick Meals

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Meatloaf

1 pound Ground Beef 80/20 blend offers the perfect balance of flavor and moisture.
1 cup Marinara Sauce Feel free to experiment with homemade sauce.
2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning Can be substituted with dried oregano, basil, and thyme.
2 large Eggs For a vegan option, mix flaxseed meal with water.
1 cup Breadcrumbs Italian-seasoned preferred; crushed crackers can work too.

For the Topping

1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Can substitute with provolone or cheddar.
1/2 cup Additional Marinara Sauce For an extra layer of flavor.

Equipment

loaf pan
mixing bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Italian Meatloaf

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, eggs, and breadcrumbs.
Transfer the meat mixture into a greased loaf pan or shape it into a loaf on a lined baking sheet.
Spread additional marinara sauce over the top of the meatloaf followed by the mozzarella cheese.
Bake for 45-50 minutes until browned and an internal temperature of 160°F (70°C) is reached.
Let your Easy Italian Meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the assembled meatloaf to rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before baking to enhance flavor.

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