EGGPLANT PARMESAN MEATLOAF

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Eggplant Parmesan Meatloaf image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 pounds ground beef
2/3 cup chopped fresh basil
2/3 cup finely grated Parmesan
2/3 cup jarred tomato-basil sauce, such as Giada De Laurentiis for Target
1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 large cloves garlic, minced
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium eggplant, trimmed and cut into six to eight 1/2-inch-thick slices
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon finely ground black pepper
1/3 to 3/4 cup of jarred tomato-basil sauce, such as Giada De Laurentiis for Target, plus extra for serving
1/2 cup coarsely grated whole milk mozzarella

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • For the meatloaf: In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, basil, Parmesan, tomato-basil sauce, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, garlic, eggs and onions until combined. Press the mixture onto the bottom of a nonstick baking sheet. Bake until cooked through or when an instant read thermometer registers 160 degrees F when inserted into the meatloaf, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • For the eggplant: In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. In batches, add the eggplant slices and cook until lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn the slices over and season with the salt and pepper. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes longer.
  • Arrange the eggplant slices on top of the meatloaf in a single layer. Spoon 1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons of the tomato-basil sauce into the center of each eggplant slice. Top with the mozzarella and bake until the cheese is just melted, an additional 5 minutes.
  • Cut into 6 to 8 squares and serve with additional tomato-basil sauce.

Sufia sultana Mukta
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Meh.


ripon man
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


AB BANGLA TIPS
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a success. It's a great way to use up leftover eggplant.


Salton
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Shahzad khaskheli
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Needs more flavor.


Mubarak Hossen
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Not bad!


Kataleya Elizardo
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This dish was okay. The eggplant was a bit mushy and the Parmesan cheese was a bit too thick. I think I would prefer a different recipe.


Joyce Knight
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The only thing I would change is to add a little more garlic.


shar basnet
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This was a great recipe! The flavors were well-balanced and the dish was very satisfying. I will definitely be making this again.


Mercedes Castellanos
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but this dish was amazing! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the Parmesan cheese was melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this again.