Description
This Italian Meatloaf packs irresistible flavors into every bite. With a blend of ground beef, sweet Italian sausage, and zesty herbs, it’s a delightful comfort food ideal for family dinners. Quick to prepare and bursting with taste, this meatloaf is a winning choice for any home cook.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion , finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic , pressed or minced
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 ounces tomato paste
- 1 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
- 1 ½ tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 4 ounces panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup milk
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 pound 85% lean ground beef
- 1 pound sweet italian sausage
- 1 cup ground parmesan cheese, (2 ounces)
- 1 ½ teaspoons granulated garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup shredded provolone cheese, (4 ounces)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil, (or italian parsley)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the finely diced yellow onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the pressed garlic cloves and red pepper flakes, cooking for 1 minute or until fragrant.
- Stir in the tomato paste and coat the onions, cooking for 2 minutes.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, granulated sugar, dried oregano, and kosher salt, stirring to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes until flavors have melded. Remove from heat and cover to keep warm.
Notes
For added flavor, let the meatloaf rest before slicing.
You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
Consider adding bell peppers or carrots for extra veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg