Best 6 Italian Meat Loaf Sandwiches Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Indulge in a culinary journey to the heart of Italy with our delectable Italian Meat Loaf Sandwiches. These savory sandwiches are a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The star of the show is our homemade Italian Meatloaf, a succulent blend of ground beef, pork, and veal, expertly seasoned with a medley of herbs and spices. Accompanying this masterpiece are two tantalizing sandwich recipes that showcase the versatility of this Italian delicacy.

Our first recipe, the Classic Italian Meat Loaf Sandwich, is a harmonious marriage of flavors and textures. Imagine biting into a soft and fluffy bun, generously filled with slices of our mouthwatering Italian Meatloaf, melted provolone cheese, crisp lettuce, and juicy tomatoes. Drizzled with a tangy Italian dressing, this sandwich is a timeless classic that will satisfy even the most discerning palate.

For those seeking a more adventurous culinary experience, our second recipe, the Italian Meat Loaf Panini, awaits. This sandwich takes the classic to new heights, featuring a toasted ciabatta roll that encases layers of savory Italian Meatloaf, melted mozzarella cheese, roasted red peppers, and caramelized onions. A generous spread of pesto sauce adds an extra layer of flavor and complexity, making this Panini an unforgettable treat.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

10 CLASSIC ITALIAN SANDWICHES



10 Classic Italian Sandwiches image

These Italian sandwiches are totally perfect for lunch! From Caprese to meatloaf to meatball subs, you'll count down the minutes until lunch is served with these easy recipes.

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Recipe Roundup

Number Of Ingredients 10

The BEST Caprese Sandwich
Italian Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Toasted Italian Sub Sandwiches
Italian Pinwheels
Italian Meat Loaf Sandwiches
Italian Sandwich With Prosciutto Di Parma
Italian Tuna Salad Sandwich
Mortadella Focaccia Sandwich
Meatball Subs
Grilled Marshmallow Nutella

Steps:

  • Select your favorite recipe.
  • Organize all the required ingredients.
  • Prep an Italian sandwich in 30 minutes or less!

Nutrition Facts :

ITALIAN MEATBALL MEATLOAF SANDWICHES



Italian Meatball Meatloaf Sandwiches image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 pounds ground beef, pork and veal (a meatloaf mix)
Kosher salt and ground black pepper
Three 1-inch slices good-quality stale white bread
Milk, for soaking bread
2 eggs
A couple handfuls grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, chopped
1/4 cup grated onion
3 to 4 cloves garlic, grated or finely chopped
Olive oil cooking spray
1 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons store-bought balsamic drizzle (or reduce 1/4 cup vinegar and 1 tablespoon brown sugar in a small pot to about 2 tablespoons of drizzle)
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Chicken stock, for warming
Italian-American crusty white bread, for serving
Toppings: lettuce, tomato, red onion, thinly sliced fresh mozzarella and torn fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place the meat in a mixing bowl and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Trim the crusts off the bread and place in a small bowl, cover with milk and soak to soften. Squeeze the milk from the bread and crumble as you add it to the meat. Then add the eggs, cheese, parsley, grated onion and garlic, and mix to combine. Form into a loaf about 4 inches high and put on the baking sheet. Spray with olive oil.
  • Mix the ketchup with the balsamic drizzle and Worcestershire. Season with pepper. Spread about 1/3 cup of the ketchup mixture over the top of the meatloaf. Bake until cooked through, about 1 hour.
  • To reheat, slice the meatloaf 1 1/2 inches thick and put in a pot of warmed chicken stock. Serve the meatloaf hot or cold on thick-sliced Italian white bread with the remaining ketchup mixture and the lettuce, tomato, onions, mozzarella and basil.

ITALIAN MEAT LOAF SANDWICHES



Italian Meat Loaf Sandwiches image

You'll only need leftover meat loaf and five ingredients to make these yummy sandwiches that are easy to prepare on a griddle. You can even cook the sandwiches in a panini grill or countertop indoor grill. Feel free to use leftover homemade meat loaf, purchase meat loaf from the deli or purchase cooked meat loaf in the convenience packaged food section in the meat department.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup butter, softened
12 slices Italian bread (3/4 inch thick)
6 slices provolone cheese
1/3 cup pizza sauce
1/2 cup giardiniera
6 slices cooked meat loaf, warmed

Steps:

  • Butter one side of each slice of bread. Place six slices on a griddle, buttered side down. Layer with the cheese, pizza sauce, giardiniera, meat loaf and remaining bread, buttered side up. Cook over medium heat until golden brown, turning once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 623 calories, Fat 39g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 1023mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

ITALIAN-STYLE MEATLOAF



Italian-Style Meatloaf image

Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium yellow onion, minced
1 red bell pepper, minced
Pinch crushed red pepper, optional
2 pounds ground beef (I use 80/20)
1 cup grated Parmesan
3/4 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
16 fresh basil leaves, chopped
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup marinara sauce
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
6 soft sub rolls, split
Garlic salt, as needed
1 cup marinara sauce
1 pound sliced mozzarella

Steps:

  • For the meatloaf: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic, onion, bell pepper and crushed red pepper if using and saute until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • In a large bowl, combine the beef, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt, kosher salt, pepper, basil, eggs, 1/2 cup of the marinara and the cooled vegetables. Use your hands to mix everything together. Transfer the mixture to the center of the prepared baking sheet and form into a loaf. Coat the meat loaf with the remaining 1/2 cup marinara.
  • Bake until the meat loaf is firm, 45 minutes to 1 hour (depending on the shape of your loaf). Let set for about 5 minutes before slicing.
  • For the sandwiches: Butter the rolls and then sprinkle with garlic salt. Transfer to a baking sheet and bake until light golden and toasted, about 5 minutes.
  • Add a slice of meatloaf to each toasted roll and top with some of the marinara and 3 slices mozzarella. Return to the oven and bake until the cheese is melted, 8 to 10 minutes.

ITALIAN MEAT LOAF



Italian Meat Loaf image

A simple, Italian-spiced meatloaf that even those tired of the regular meatloaf will love!

Provided by RACHRION

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef
1 ½ cups dry bread crumbs
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 pinch Italian seasoning, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Combine beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and Italian seasoning in a large bowl. Season with salt and black pepper. Transfer mixture to a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488 calories, Carbohydrate 31.4 g, Cholesterol 179.4 mg, Fat 23.7 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 35.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 744.4 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

NORTHERN ITALY'S MEAT LOAF FOR SANDWICHES



NORTHERN ITALY'S MEAT LOAF for SANDWICHES image

A Friulani neighbor shared this recipe with me in the 1960's. It is great sliced and served on a buffet table, wonderful in sandwiches because of the texture. I always make 2 loaves, serving one for supper. In the drippings I cook potatoes, thicken the gravy, and add frozen peas. Delicious.

Provided by Noreen Barbe @zepanther

Number Of Ingredients 10

1# - ground veal
1# - ground pork
2 - large eggs
- parsley flakes or fresh parsley
1 - onion chopped
2 - cloves garlic minced
- salt and pepper
- 1 1/2 cups bread crumbs (seasoned optional)
- or bread crumbs to hold
ITALIAN MEAT LOAF FOR SANDWICHES

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients and mix gently Form 2 loaves of equal size, and sprinkle with flour or use bread crumbs
  • In a large and high sided hot skillet, add oil and brown the loaves on all sides..... (recipe was given as "Heat oil in electric fry pan" which was the invention of the 1950's) VERY IMPORTANT STEP: When this is done, VERY SLOWLY .... add BOILING WATER up to 1 INCH. Be very careful, as it will splatter..
  • You may have to keep adding a little water and cook from 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Turn the loaves over carefully during the cooking time. When the juice from the loaves is clear, they are done.
  • Cool and wrap in foil wrap..... It is delicious and the texture is like processed sliced meat, not crumbly like a meatloaf.
  • As mentioned, I usually remove the meatloaves and add potatoes to the broth, thicken the sauce, and add frozen peas to serve for supper.

Tips:

  • To ensure even cooking, preheat your oven to the correct temperature before baking the meatloaf.
  • For a moist and flavorful meatloaf, use a combination of ground beef and ground pork.
  • Add some grated vegetables, such as carrots, celery, or zucchini, to the meatloaf mixture for added texture and nutrition.
  • Don't overmix the meatloaf mixture, as this can result in a tough texture.
  • To prevent the meatloaf from drying out, wrap it in bacon or prosciutto before baking.
  • Let the meatloaf rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
  • Serve the meatloaf with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad.

Conclusion:

Italian meatloaf sandwiches are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering. With a combination of flavorful ingredients and a variety of ways to customize it, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give this Italian meatloaf sandwich recipe a try. Buon Appetito!

Related Topics