EASY LAYERED ITALIAN MEATLOAF

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Whenever your fridge is empty, raid your pantry. Just a jar of pasta sauce is all you need to jump-start this quick dinner idea.

Provided by Nana Lee

Categories     Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (6 ounce) package chicken stuffing mix
1 (26 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce, divided
2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves, divided
1 1/2 lbs extra lean ground beef
2 cups chopped zucchini
2 cups sliced mushrooms
3/4 cup shredded low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • PREHEAT oven to 375°F
  • Mix stuffing mix with half each of the spaghetti sauce and oregano.
  • Add meat; mix well.
  • Pat into 13x9-inch baking dish.
  • MIX zucchini, mushrooms, remaining spaghetti sauce and remaining oregano. Spoon evenly over meat mixture; cover with foil.
  • BAKE 25 minute
  • Uncover. Sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake, uncovered, an additional 10 minute or until meatloaf is cooked through (160°F).
  • Cut into six pieces to serve.
  • KITCHENS TIPS:
  • Adding spaghetti sauce to the meat mixture not only adds flavor but also helps to keep the baked meatloaf moist.
  • Serve with your favorite cooked vegetables such as steamed green beans and boiled potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.4, Fat 10.2, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 70.3, Sodium 1069.3, Carbohydrate 38.9, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 14, Protein 30.9

Ryan Carroll
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This meatloaf is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


aqash liaqat aqash liaqat
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I'm not a big fan of meatloaf, but this recipe changed my mind. It was really good!


Aakash Xettri
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This meatloaf is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


STEPHANIE MANTOH
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I've never made meatloaf before, but this recipe made it easy. It turned out great!


James Tharpe
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I made this meatloaf for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Tim Westwood
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover spaghetti sauce.


Maggie Odhiambo
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I had a hard time finding some of the ingredients, but it was worth the effort. The meatloaf was delicious!


banana flaver
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This meatloaf was a bit too dry for my taste, but the flavor was good.


Mariam Khan
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I was a little skeptical about the layered meatloaf, but I'm glad I tried it. It was surprisingly delicious and easy to make.


Tayyab Feroz
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times already and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Akinyosoye Olamidotun
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The meatloaf was cooked evenly and the sauce was delicious.


Youssef Tmam
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This layered Italian meatloaf was a hit with my family! It was so moist and flavorful, and the layers of cheese and pepperoni added a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.