Best 8 Authentic Italian Meatloaf Recipes

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Looking for a hearty and flavorful main course that is both authentic and delicious? Look no further than this collection of authentic Italian meatloaf recipes. This traditional dish, known as polpettone in Italian, is made with a combination of ground beef, pork, and veal, and is seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices. The result is a moist and savory meatloaf that is perfect for a family meal or a special occasion. Inside, you'll find variations of this classic dish, including a traditional recipe, a spicy version with Calabrian chilies, a recipe made with sausage, and a vegetarian option. Each recipe is carefully crafted to deliver the authentic flavors of Italy, using fresh ingredients and traditional cooking techniques. So whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, you're sure to find a recipe here that you'll love.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

ITALIAN MEATLOAF



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Italian Meatloaf blends Italian sausage and ground beef with spices and cheese for a tender one dish meal. The perfect family meal!

Provided by Jessica Formicola

Categories     Main Course     Main Dish

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup Italian or white bread (crusts removed, cut into 1 inch cubes )
1 tablespoon milk
1/2 cup white onion (minced)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/2 pound lean ground beef
1 pound Italian sausage (casing removed, crumbled )
1 tablespoon flat leaf parsley (minced, plus more for garnish (optional) )
1 tablespoon fresh oregano (minced)
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 egg (lightly beaten )
3/4 cup bread crumbs
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (finely grated)
1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded, divided )
3/4 cup marinara (divided, plus more for for serving )

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees and prepare a loaf pan with cooking spray or parchment paper.
  • In a small bowl, toss cubed bread with milk. Set aside for 3-4 minutes to absorb.
  • In a large mixing bowl, or the base of a stand mixer, combine fresh bread cubes soaked in milk, finely ground or micrograted onion, garlic Italian seasoning and salt. Mix to combine.
  • Add crumbled ground beef and sausage, breaking into small pieces.
  • Before mixing, top with Worcestershire sauce, lightly beaten egg, dry bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella and 1/4 cup marinara sauce.
  • Blend until just mixed, either using your fingers to toss or putting the stand mixer on low. Too much mixing will make your meatloaf tough, so only mix until barely blended.
  • Transfer meat mixture to cooking vessel of your choice, forming into a loaf as you go. You can make it free-form on a rimmed baking sheet, but I prefer using a meatloaf or bread loaf pan. Top with 1/2 cup marinara sauce.
  • Bake, uncovered, for 40 minutes. Remove and top with remaining shredded mozzarella cheese and another shake of Italian seasoning (if desired).
  • Cook for an additional 5 minutes. Allow to sit for 5-10 minutes before cutting and serving. Serve with additional marinara sauce, if desired.
  • If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 32 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Cholesterol 126 mg, Sodium 1485 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ITALIAN MEATLOAF



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Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 teaspoons (about 6 cloves) chopped garlic
2 medium onions, diced
2 red peppers, seeded, small diced
1/2 cup chopped basil leaves
2 tablespoons chopped parsley leaves
4 eggs
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups grated Parmesan
1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs
3 pounds ground beef
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 cup marinara sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Heat 1/4 cup of the olive oil in a medium saute pan over medium heat and add the garlic. Saute 1 minute and then add the peppers and onions and saute until just soft. Let cool.
  • Whisk together the basil, parsley and eggs in a small bowl, and then add the salt and black pepper. Combine the Parmesan and breadcrumbs in another small bowl. Thoroughly combine the meat, herbs and eggs, Parmesan and breadcrumbs, the Worcestershire, vinegar and remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil together in a large bowl using your hands, making sure not to overmix.
  • Pack the meat mixture into an oiled loaf pan, if you do not have a loaf pan, form the meat mixture into a loaf shape on an oiled oven tray or baking dish. Top with the marinara making sure to spread evenly over the top.
  • Bake for approximately 50 to 60 minutes or until an instant-read thermometer registers 160 degrees F in the middle of the meatloaf. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice and serve.

CLASSIC MEATLOAF



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Keep this meatloaf recipe handy: It's the only one you'll need.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 pounds ground meatloaf mix (equal parts ground beef, pork and veal or turkey)
1 cup dried breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 medium onion, grated
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons light brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment.
  • Combine the meatloaf mix, breadcrumbs, parsley, eggs, onion, garlic, 1/4 cup of the ketchup, 1 tablespoon of the Worcestershire, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a large mixing bowl. Using your hands, mix together until well combined.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking sheet and form it into a compact oval-shaped loaf about 9 inches by 5 inches. Bake the meatloaf for 30 minutes.
  • Stir the brown sugar together with the remaining 1/4 cup ketchup and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire in a small bowl for the glaze. Brush the top and sides of the meatloaf all over with the glaze. Return to the oven and bake until the glaze starts to caramelize and a thermometer inserted in the center of the meatloaf registers 160 degrees F, about 25 minutes more. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

ITALIAN STYLE MEATLOAF I



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Made with mozzarella cheese and Italian seasoning, this is a different twist on everyday meatloaf! Enjoy!

Provided by Stefanie Sierk

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ pounds ground beef
2 eggs, beaten
¾ cup dry bread crumbs
¼ cup ketchup
1 teaspoon Italian-style seasoning
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, eggs, bread crumbs and ketchup. Season with Italian-style seasoning, oregano, basil, garlic salt, diced tomatoes and cheese. Press into a 9x5 inch loaf pan, and cover loosely with foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven approximately 1 hour, or until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 538.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Cholesterol 180.6 mg, Fat 38.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 29.8 g, SaturatedFat 16.6 g, Sodium 941.3 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

MY MOTHER'S ITALIAN-AMERICAN MEATLOAF



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Provided by Michael Lomonaco

Categories     Beef     Pork     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Dinner     Meat     Ground Beef     Veal     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Small Plates

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound ground beef
1 pound ground pork
1 pound ground veal
1 cup milk
1 cup bread cubes (3 or 4 slices Italian country bread, crusts removed)
1/2 cup finely grated pecorino Romano
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 onion, cut into small dice
2 eggs
2 tablespoons dried oregano
1/2 cup chopped flatleaf parsley
Fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Olive oil, for greasing
1 cup canned plum tomatoes, crushed
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 medium carrot, diced
1 stalk celery, diced

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • 2. Put the beef, veal, and pork into a bowl and kneed them together.
  • 3. Pour the milk into a bowl and soak the bread in it, squeezing it into a paste. Add the soaked bread to the bowl with the meat and work them together as though you were kneading dough. Add the cheese, garlic, onion, eggs, oregano, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper and knead again until well incorporated.
  • 4. Oil a large roasting pan with the olive oil. Form the meat mixture into a large loaf in the center of a roasting pan.
  • 5. Stir in the plum tomatoes, tomato paste, and 1 cup water together in a bowl and pour the mixture evenly over the meatloaf. Scatter the carrots and celery in the pan around the loaf.
  • 6. Put the pan in the oven and bake until a skewer inserted in the center of the loaf comes out warm, about 1 1/2 hours. If the loaf begins to look dry while cooking, tent it with aluminum foil. Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool slightly.
  • 7. Slice the meatloaf into servings, put 1 serving on each plate and spoon pan gravy and vegetables over and around the meatloaf.
  • Your Nightly Specials
  • You can make the loaf with beef and veal only, or with just beef.
  • Lay some raw bacon strips over the loaf before baking. (This was one way my mother made her meatloaf extra special.)
  • Add some sautéed mushrooms to the pan during the last 20 minutes of cooking.

ITALIAN MEATLOAF



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Start with a simple meatloaf then pour on pasta sauce for quick Italian flavor.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb. lean ground beef
2 eggs
1 cup Progresso™ Italian Style Bread Crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 (14-oz.) jar tomato pasta sauce

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, combine all ingredients except pasta sauce; mix well. Add 1 cup pasta sauce; mix well. Press mixture into ungreased 8x4-inch loaf pan.
  • Bake at 350°F. for 40 minutes. Pour remaining pasta sauce over meatloaf. Bake an additional 15 to 20 minutes or until thoroughly cooked in center and meat thermometer registers 160°F. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1/6 of Recipe, Sodium 610 mg, Sugar 7 g

ITALIAN MEATLOAF



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My husband doesn't even like meat loaf, but he'll always eat this one! He likes this dish because it offers a wide variety of flavors.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1 large egg, beaten
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce, divided
1-1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 jar (6 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained

Steps:

  • In large bowl, combine the crumbs, egg, onion, salt and oregano; crumble the meat over the top. Mix gently. Stir in 3/4 cup tomato sauce; set aside. Cut two pieces of waxed paper 15-in. long. Place meat mixture in center of one rectangle; cover with second rectangle. , With a rolling pin, press meat into a 13x9-in. rectangle. Remove top sheet of waxed paper. Sprinkle meat with cheese and mushrooms; top with remaining tomato sauce. Roll up meat, jelly-roll style, starting at narrow end; use waxed paper to help. Place meat seam side down; seal ends securely. Place in a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. , Bake at 375° for 30 minutes. Drain; bake 30 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 498mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

AUTHENTIC ITALIAN MEATLOAF



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Make and share this Authentic Italian Meatloaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Drunk Chef

Categories     Meat

Time 1h

Yield 1 meatloaf, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb ground beef
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 chopped onion
1 chopped red bell pepper
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 eggs
3/4 cup breadcrumbs
1 cup parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup marinara sauce

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in skillet- add red bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Saute until soft. Remove from skillet and cool.
  • Add all your ingredients in a bowl and mix. Do not over mix.
  • Place mixture in meatloaf pan (or pie dish) and cover with the marinara sauce.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 50-60 minutes.
  • Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Tips

  • Use high-quality ground beef. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the meatloaf.
  • Don't overmix the meatloaf mixture. Overmixing can make the meatloaf tough.
  • Use fresh breadcrumbs. They will help to keep the meatloaf moist.
  • Add some grated Parmesan cheese to the meatloaf mixture. This will give it a delicious cheesy flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different seasonings. You can add things like garlic powder, onion powder, or dried oregano to taste.
  • Make sure to cook the meatloaf thoroughly. The internal temperature should reach 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the meatloaf rest for a few minutes before slicing. This will help the juices redistribute and make the meatloaf easier to slice.

Conclusion

With its tender texture, savory flavor, and mouthwatering glaze, authentic Italian meatloaf is a dish that is sure to impress. Whether you are serving it for a special occasion or a casual weeknight meal, this recipe is guaranteed to be a hit. So what are you waiting for? Get cooking!

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