Best 6 Quick And Easy Sicilian Meatloaf Recipes

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In the heart of Sicilian cuisine, a symphony of flavors awaits in the traditional dish of meatloaf. This delectable dish, known as "Polpettone Siciliano," is a culinary masterpiece that combines the rustic charm of the Mediterranean with the warmth of a home-cooked meal. Embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind this iconic dish and explore the diverse recipes that capture its essence.

From the classic meatloaf bursting with ground beef, pork, and a medley of herbs, to the vegetarian delight featuring lentils, vegetables, and aromatic spices, each recipe promises a unique taste experience. Discover the secrets of crafting the perfect meatloaf, from selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of shaping and baking. Along the way, uncover the versatility of this dish as it transforms into a hearty main course, a savory appetizer, or even a delectable sandwich filling.

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ITALIAN MEAT LOAF



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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

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

SICILIAN MEAT ROLL



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A wonderful twist on your basic meat loaf! Don't be afraid of the rolling part - IT'S EASY!

Provided by Kimber

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 eggs, beaten
½ cup tomato juice
¾ cup soft bread crumbs
2 tablespoons snipped fresh parsley
½ teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
¼ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
2 pounds lean ground beef
1 (6 ounce) package thinly sliced ham
1 (6 ounce) package sliced mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine eggs and tomato juice. Stir in the bread crumbs, parsley, oregano, salt, pepper, garlic and ground beef. Mix thoroughly. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • On a piece of foil or waxed paper, pat and shape meat into a 10x8 inch rectangle. Arrange ham slices on top of meat, leaving a small margin around edges. Tear up the cheese slices, reserving 1 slice whole, and sprinkle over the ham.
  • Starting from the short end, carefully roll up meat, using the foil or waxed paper to lift. Seal the edges and ends of the meat. Place roll, seam side down, in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Bake in a preheated oven for about 75 minutes. Cut the reserved slice of cheese into 4 triangles. Overlap the triangles on top of loaf. Bake for another 2 minutes or until cheese melts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.1 calories, Carbohydrate 9.7 g, Cholesterol 157 mg, Fat 30.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 31.8 g, SaturatedFat 12.7 g, Sodium 670.3 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

SICILIAN MEAT ROLL



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MY SISTER-IN-LAW shared this recipe years ago and it became our family's favorite meat loaf. The addition of ham and mozzarella is a colorful surprise and adds terrific flavor. This is always a big hit with company, and the leftovers are good either hot or cold. -Mrs. W. G. Dougherty, Crawfordsville, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup soft bread crumbs
2 large eggs
1/2 cup tomato juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds ground beef
8 thin slices fully cooked ham
1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
3 thin slices part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the bread crumbs, eggs, tomato juice, parsley, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over the mixture and mix well. , On a pieces of heavy-duty foil, pat meat mixture into a 12x10-in. rectangle. Place the ham and shredded cheese on loaf to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up, jelly-roll style, beginning with the short end and peeling foil away while rolling. , Place on a greased baking pan with seam side down; seal ends. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour and 10 minutes or until meat is no longer pink and a thermometer reaches 160°. Top with sliced cheese; bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375 calories, Fat 23g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 163mg cholesterol, Sodium 580mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 36g protein.

SICILIAN MEAT LOAF



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Make and share this Sicilian Meat Loaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ElaineAnn

Categories     Meatloaf

Time 1h30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 eggs, beaten
3/4 cup soft breadcrumbs
1/2 cup tomato juice
2 tablespoons parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 small garlic clove, minced
2 lbs lean ground beef
8 slices boiled ham, thin
1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
3 slices mozzarella cheese, cut diagonally

Steps:

  • Combine eggs, bread crumbs, tomato juice, parsley, oregano, salt, pepper and garlic.
  • Stir into beef, mixing well.
  • On foil or waxed paper pat meat to a 12 x 10-inch rectangle.
  • Arrange ham on top of meat, leaving a margin on edges. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of ham and roll up.
  • Bake 1 hour and 15 minutes at 350°.
  • Arrange cheese (triangles) on top and bake another 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.9, Fat 20.6, SaturatedFat 9.5, Cholesterol 155.2, Sodium 711, Carbohydrate 4.1, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 1.2, Protein 35.3

EASY MEATLOAF



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This is a very easy and no fail recipe for meatloaf. It won't take long to make at all, and it's quite good!

Provided by Janet Caldwell

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 egg
1 onion, chopped
1 cup milk
1 cup dried bread crumbs
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
⅓ cup ketchup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine the beef, egg, onion, milk and bread OR cracker crumbs. Season with salt and pepper to taste and place in a lightly greased 9x5-inch loaf pan, or form into a loaf and place in a lightly greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • In a separate small bowl, combine the brown sugar, mustard and ketchup. Mix well and pour over the meatloaf.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.1 calories, Carbohydrate 18.5 g, Cholesterol 98 mg, Fat 24.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 334.6 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

Tips from the Sicilian Meatloaf Recipe

  • Use high-quality ground beef. The better the quality of the beef, the better the meatloaf will be.
  • Don't overmix the meatloaf mixture. Overmixing can make the meatloaf tough.
  • Let the meatloaf rest before slicing. This will help the meatloaf hold together better.
  • Serve the meatloaf with your favorite sauce. A simple tomato sauce or a more complex sauce with mushrooms or onions would be great.

Conclusion

Sicilian meatloaf is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is made with ground beef, bread crumbs, eggs, and spices, and is then baked in the oven until cooked through. The meatloaf can be served with a variety of sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad. Sicilian meatloaf is a hearty and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. It is a great way to use up leftover ground beef, and it is also a budget-friendly meal. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give Sicilian meatloaf a try. You won't be disappointed!

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