Best 7 Greek Stuffed Meatloaf Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to the Mediterranean with our Greek Stuffed Meatloaf. This delectable dish combines the bold flavors of Greece with the comforting goodness of a classic meatloaf. Our recipe features a succulent blend of ground beef and lamb, seasoned with a symphony of Mediterranean herbs and spices, including oregano, thyme, and cumin. The savory filling, bursting with feta cheese, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes, adds a delightful dimension of flavor and texture.

Accompanying the meatloaf are two tantalizing sauces: a rich and tangy tomato sauce and a creamy, velvety béchamel sauce. The tomato sauce, infused with garlic, onion, and Italian herbs, provides a vibrant and tangy complement to the meatloaf. The béchamel sauce, made with milk, butter, and flour, adds a luscious and comforting layer of richness.

To complete your Greek-inspired feast, we offer two additional recipes that perfectly complement the stuffed meatloaf. Indulge in a refreshing Greek salad, a vibrant medley of crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, red onions, and briny olives, tossed in a zesty dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and dried oregano. And for a sweet ending, delight in our classic baklava recipe, layers of crispy phyllo dough filled with a sweet and nutty mixture of chopped walnuts, honey, and spices.

Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure with our Greek Stuffed Meatloaf and its accompanying recipes. These dishes will transport you to the sun-kissed shores of Greece, leaving your taste buds tantalized and your heart filled with joy.

Let's cook with our recipes!

GREEK MEAT LOAVES



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Flavored with sun-dried tomatoes and Greek olives, this twist on traditional meat loaf will be a hit, especially when served with a Greek salad and crusty bread. -Radelle Knappenberger, Oviedo, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 loaves (6 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup 2% milk
1 large red onion, finely chopped
3/4 cup quick-cooking oats
1/3 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, patted dry and finely chopped
1/3 cup pitted Greek olives, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Pat into two greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Cover and freeze one meat loaf for up to 3 months., Bake remaining meat loaf, uncovered, at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 5 minutes. Transfer to a serving plate; sprinkle with cheese. , To use frozen meat loaf: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Bake as directed; sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 545mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

JALAPENO POPPER-STUFFED MEATLOAF



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This stuffed meatloaf with cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, and jalapenos is kicked up a notch.

Provided by Esther Spurrill-Jones

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Stuffed Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground beef
⅔ cup bread crumbs
2 eggs, whisked
2 teaspoons salt, divided
1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper, divided
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup grated Cheddar cheese
3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced
1 teaspoon garlic powder
aluminum foil
3 tablespoons barbeque sauce, or as needed
2 tablespoons grated Cheddar cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix together ground beef, bread crumbs, eggs, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl until combined. Press about 3/4 of the meat mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a loaf pan, leaving a well in the middle.
  • Mix together cream cheese, 1 cup Cheddar cheese, jalapeno peppers, garlic powder, remaining 1 teaspoon salt, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a separate bowl until combined. Press cream cheese mixture into the well of the meatloaf. Cover with remaining meat mixture, pressing along the edges to seal. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, 30 to 40 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Remove from the oven, brush with barbeque sauce, and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons grated Cheddar. Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Place meatloaf under the broiler and cook until barbeque sauce is bubbly and cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 678.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 245.5 mg, Fat 49.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 35.8 g, SaturatedFat 26.5 g, Sodium 1871 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

GREEK STUFFED MEATLOAF



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Make and share this Greek Stuffed Meatloaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Barbara Heller

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 2h29m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 1/2 lbs lamb, ground
1 1/2 lbs hamburger
2 eggs
1/4 cup milk
2 cups quick oats
2 tablespoons oil
1 large onion, finely diced
2 -3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup fresh parsley, minced
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon cumin
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 bunch fresh spinach, chopped or 2 (10 ounce) boxes frozen spinach, chopped, thawed
1 egg, beaten
1 1/2 cups feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup black Greek olive, pitted, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup ketchup
1 teaspoon cinnamon
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese
Tabasco sauce (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Mix lamb and hamburger together.
  • Combine with eggs, milk, and oats. Set aside.
  • Saute onion in oil over moderate-low or low heat for 20 to 30 minutes until translucent and golden. Estimate the cooking time for the onions and approximately 3 to 4 minutes before the end of the cooking, add the garlic.
  • Combine meat mixture with onions, garlic, parsley, salt, cumin, and pepper.
  • In a 9" X 13" baking dish, shape 2/3 of meat mixture into a hollow shell.
  • Combine spinach, egg, and feta cheese from filling ingredient list. Pack this filling into the hollow cavity of the meat loaf.
  • Sprinkle with chopped olives.
  • Cover filling with remaining meat mixture.
  • Combine ketchup, cinnamon, parmesan cheese and Tabasco sauce if using for the topping; spread over meatloaf.
  • Bake for 70 to 80 minutes.

STUFFED MEATLOAF



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Use prepared stuffing or follow Giada De Laurentiis' recipe for ciabatta stuffing with chestnuts and pancetta to use in this meatloaf recipe featured on Food Network.

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis Bio & Top Recipes

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 29

1 small onion, grated
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
2 large eggs
1/4 cup ketchup
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2/3 cup dried bread crumbs
1 cup grated Parmesan
8 ounces ground beef
8 ounces ground pork
8 ounces ground veal
2 cups (packed) Ciabatta Stuffing with Chestnuts and Pancetta, recipe follows, or your favorite stuffing
1/2 cup marinara sauce
3/4 cup grated provolone
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) butter
8 ounces pancetta, cut into 1/4-inch dice
2 large onions, finely chopped
2 carrots, peeled and finely chopped
3 celery stalks, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary leaves
3 garlic cloves, chopped
2 (7.4-ounce) jars roasted peeled whole chestnuts, coarsely broken
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
1 pound day-old ciabatta bread, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
2/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1 cup (or more) canned low-salt chicken broth
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 large eggs, beaten to blend

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Whisk the first 7 ingredients in a large bowl to blend. Stir in the Parmesan and bread crumbs. Mix in the beef, pork, and veal. Pack half of the meat mixture into a 9 by 5 by 3-inch loaf pan. Spoon the stuffing over the meat in the pan, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges. Top with the remaining meat mixture, enclosing the stuffing completely and pressing firmly. Spoon the marinara sauce over the meatloaf, then sprinkle with the provolone cheese.
  • Bake, uncovered, until the meat loaf is firm to the touch in the center and has pulled away from the sides of the pan, about 45 minutes. Cut crosswise into slices and serve.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Butter a 15 by 10 by 2-inch glass baking dish. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add the pancetta and saute until crisp and golden, about 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the pancetta to a large bowl. Melt the remaining butter in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions, carrots, celery, rosemary, and garlic. Saute until the onions are very tender, about 12 minutes. Gently stir in the chestnuts and parsley. Transfer the onion mixture to the large bowl with the pancetta. Add the bread and Parmesan and toss to coat. Add enough broth to the stuffing mixture to moisten. Season the stuffing, to taste, with salt and pepper. Mix in the eggs.
  • Transfer the stuffing to the prepared dish. Cover with buttered foil, buttered side down, and bake until the stuffing is heated through, about 30 minutes. Uncover and continue baking until the top is crisp and golden, about 15 minutes longer.

STUFFED QUESO MEATLOAF



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There's a spicy molten center waiting in each slice of this queso-inspired meatloaf.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Three 6-inch corn tortillas
1 pound ground beef
1 pound ground pork
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 small onion, grated
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup canned diced tomatoes with green chiles, drained
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces processed cheese, such as Velveeta, cut into 4 rectangular sticks
1/2 cup pickled jalapeno slices
1 cup ketchup

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment.
  • Pulse the tortillas in a food processor until they are crumbs and transfer to a large bowl. Add the beef, pork, eggs, onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, 1/2 cup of the tomatoes, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Mix with your hands until well combined.
  • Using your hands, shape the mixture into a 12-by-3-inch log on the prepared baking sheet. Create a well in the center running the length of the log. Put the cheese in the well and top with the jalapenos. Shape the meatloaf mixture up and over the filling, making sure to seal completely; you should have a 12-by-4-inch loaf.
  • Whisk together the ketchup and remaining 1/2 cup diced tomatoes in a medium bowl. Spoon the mixture over the top and sides of the meatloaf.
  • Bake until the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees, about 1 hour. Let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a serving platter and slicing.

MINI GREEK MEATLOAVES WITH TZATZIKI SAUCE



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Enjoy a hearty Greek dinner with these mini meatloaves made using ground beef and spinach! Serve with classic Tzatziki sauce made using Yoplait® Fat Free plain yogurt.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb extra-lean (at least 90%) ground beef
1/2 box (9-oz size) frozen spinach, cooked, well drained (about 1/2 cup)
1 small onion, finely chopped (1/4 cup)
1/3 cup old-fashioned or quick-cooking oats
2 oz crumbled feta cheese
1 egg plus 1 egg white
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, crushed
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup Yoplait® Fat Free plain yogurt (from 2-lb container)
1/2 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and finely chopped (1/2 cup)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 clove garlic, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 8 regular-size muffin cups with cooking spray.
  • In medium bowl, mix meatloaves ingredients. Scoop generous 1/3 cup meat mixture into each muffin cup, pressing down slightly.
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until meat thermometer inserted in center of one loaf reads 160°F. Let stand in pan 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix tzatziki sauce ingredients; refrigerate until serving time. Serve meatloaves with tzatziki sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 135 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (2 mini meat loaves and about 1/4 cup sauce each), Sodium 570 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1/2 g

GREEK MEATLOAF WITH FETA



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Oregano, garlic and feta cheese brings a ho-hum dish to new heights. Serve with Lemon Potatoes and Greek Salad.

Provided by Chef Dee

Categories     Meat

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs ground beef
2 tablespoons ground oregano
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup finely crushed cracker
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup milk
2 eggs

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir the spices and crushed crackers into the ground beef.
  • Stir the eggs into the milk, stir into meat mixture.
  • Mix in the feta cheese and press into a 9x13 pan.
  • Cover loosely with foil.
  • Bake for 30 minutes,at 350, drain.
  • Resume baking without foil for 15 minutes or until done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.5, Fat 25.2, SaturatedFat 10.6, Cholesterol 148.8, Sodium 530.9, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 1.2, Protein 26.6

Tips:

  • To ensure the meatloaf stays moist, use a combination of ground beef and ground pork. The pork adds extra fat, which helps the meatloaf stay juicy.
  • Use fresh herbs and spices to flavor the meatloaf. Dried herbs can also be used, but they will not be as flavorful.
  • Do not overmix the meatloaf mixture. Overmixing can make the meatloaf tough.
  • To prevent the meatloaf from drying out, wrap it in bacon or prosciutto before baking.
  • Let the meatloaf rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the meatloaf.

Conclusion:

Greek stuffed meatloaf is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The combination of ground beef and ground pork, along with the flavorful herbs and spices, makes this meatloaf a standout. The feta cheese and spinach filling adds an extra layer of flavor and moisture. Serve this meatloaf with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad.

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