Italian Meatloaf

This tasty Italian Meatloaf combines ground beef and pork with onions, garlic, Italian seasoning, Panko breadcrumbs, and fresh basil, all smothered in marinara and melted mozzarella.

Course dinner, main meal beef

Cuisine American, American Italian

Keyword how to make Italian meatloaf, italian meatloaf recipe, Italian meatloaf recipes, recipes for Italian meatloaf

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 1 5

Total Time 1 15

Servings servings

Calories 394kcal

Author Beth Pierce

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
2 large eggs
¾ cup Panko breadcrumbs
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1¼ cups marinara sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Lightly oil a large baking sheet.
Combine the ground beef, ground pork, onions, garlic, Italian seasoning, eggs, Panko breadcrumbs, half the fresh basil, salt, freshly ground black pepper, and ½ cup of marinara sauce in a large bowl.
Shape the mixture into a loaf on the prepared baking sheet. Spread the remaining marinara over the top. Bake for 50 minutes.
Remove the meatloaf from the oven and top with the shredded mozzarella and the remaining fresh basil. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese melts and the internal temperature is 160 degrees Fahrenheit.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave at reduced power for short increments until warm.

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