Best 2 Italian Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf Recipes

Feast your taste buds on a culinary journey with our Italian Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your senses. This hearty dish combines the richness of ground beef and pork with a delectable filling of melted mozzarella, Parmesan, and Romano cheeses, wrapped in a savory blend of herbs and spices. Embark on a step-by-step guide to creating this masterpiece, along with variations and side dish suggestions to complete your meal. Discover the secrets to achieving a moist and flavorful meatloaf, perfectly complemented by a tangy and aromatic tomato sauce. Elevate your culinary skills with our collection of meatloaf recipes, including a classic version, a turkey meatloaf option for health-conscious individuals, and a unique Swedish meatloaf that adds a touch of Scandinavian flair to your dinner table.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

ITALIAN CHEESE-STUFFED MEATLOAF

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Cut slices of this juicy meatloaf, intensely flavored with herbs and prepared roasted peppers, to reveal a luscious center of melted cheeses.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 1h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 eggs
1 1/2 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
2 cups soft French bread crumbs
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (2 oz)
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (8 oz) pizza sauce
1 1/2 cups shredded provolone cheese (6 oz)
1 jar (7.25 oz) roasted red bell peppers, drained, chopped
1/4 cup chopped ripe olives

Steps:

Heat oven to 375°F. Line 15x10x1-inch pan with foil; spray foil with cooking spray. In large bowl, beat eggs. Stir in ground beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, basil, salt, pepper, garlic and 1/2 cup of the pizza sauce until well combined.
On large sheet of foil, shape beef mixture into 12x10-inch rectangle. Top evenly with provolone cheese, roasted peppers and olives to within 1/2 inch of edges. Starting with one 10-inch side, roll up; press seam to seal. Place seam side down in pan.
Bake 40 minutes. Remove from oven; spoon remaining pizza sauce over loaf. Insert meat thermometer so bulb reaches center of loaf.
Return to oven; bake 15 to 20 minutes longer or until loaf is thoroughly cooked in center and thermometer reads 160°F. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 780 mg, Sugar 3 g

CHEESE STUFFED ITALIAN MEATLOAF

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This is just one of my favorite meatloaves. New pix and slightly tweaked ingr., THE BEST MEATLOAF I'VE EVER EATTEN.

Provided by Lynn Socko

Categories Meatloafs

Time 2h15m

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

3 lb ground beef, round or sirloin
16 oz italian sausage, sweet
1/2 c celery, minced
1/2 c sweet onion, finely chopped
4 clove garlic, minced
1 c mushrooms, chopped
1/2 c crackers, finely crushed
1 c sundried tomatoes
1 Tbsp mustard, bold & spicy
2 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
2 eggs
1 tsp granulated garlic
1 tsp italian seasoning
1 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp black pepper
8-10 slice bacon, cut in half
2 pkg budding ham slices ( or proscutto)
6-8 oz provolone. grated
6-8 oz parmesan, grated

Steps:

1. Over low heat, using a little olive oil, saute onions, celery, & garlic till tender.
2. In a large bowl add beef, sausage, (cooled onion, celery, & garlic), mushrooms, crackers, sundried tomatoes, mustard, worchestshire, seasonings eggs.
3. Pat meat out, on a large piece of foil, into a rectangle shape. Place the ham slices from the center outward over most of the meat, leaving an ledge around the meat with nothing on it so you can seal it.
4. Place cheese ontop of ham slices.
5. Using foil as "rolling tool" start rolling meat mixture up over cheese. Seal ends well.
6. You should have a nice log when finished.
7. Place bacon strips on top, wrap foil around loaf, place in baking pan. Bake at 375 for one hour, remove foil from top and sides, bake 30 min more. Broil for a few minutes if bacon needs more browning.

Tips:

Preheat the oven: Always preheat your oven to the desired temperature before baking the meatloaf. This helps to ensure that the meatloaf cooks evenly throughout.
Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your meatloaf the best flavor. If possible, use fresh ground beef, bread crumbs, and vegetables.
Don't overmix the meatloaf: Overmixing the meatloaf can make it tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
Form the meatloaf into a loaf shape: Use your hands to form the meatloaf mixture into a loaf shape. Make sure that the loaf is evenly shaped so that it cooks evenly.
Bake the meatloaf in a loaf pan: Place the meatloaf in a loaf pan and bake it in the preheated oven. This will help to keep the meatloaf moist and prevent it from falling apart.
Let the meatloaf rest before slicing: Let the meatloaf rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing it. This will help to keep the juices in the meatloaf and prevent it from becoming dry.

Conclusion:

Italian cheese-stuffed meatloaf is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. This recipe uses a mixture of ground beef, bread crumbs, eggs, and spices, along with a flavorful cheese filling. The meatloaf is baked in the oven until it is cooked through, and then it is sliced and served. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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