ITALIAN MEAT LOAF

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"I received the recipe for this moist meat loaf in my high school economics class," recalls Lisa Malone of Cordell, Oklahoma. "At the time, I made it for my mom and dad. Now I fix it for my husband and daughter. We all love it."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 egg, beaten
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce, divided
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/2 cup finely chopped onion, optional
1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper, optional
1 teaspoon dried oregano, divided
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the egg, half of the tomato sauce, bread crumbs, onion and green pepper if desired, 1/2 teaspoon of oregano, salt and pepper. Add beef; mix well. , On a large piece of heavy-duty foil, pat meat mixture into a 14x8-in. rectangle. Sprinkle cheeses to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up, jelly-roll style, starting with a short side and peeling foil away while rolling. Seal seam and ends. Transfer to a microwave-safe glass 9x5-in. loaf pan. , Microwave, uncovered, at 50% power for 9 minutes, rotating a half turn once; drain. Continue cooking on 50% power for 14-16 minutes or until meat is no longer pink, rotating a half turn once. In a bowl, combine the remaining tomato sauce and oregano. Pour over meat loaf. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-1/2 minutes. Cover loosely with foil; let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315 calories, Fat 18g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 788mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

Gham Maya
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This meatloaf was delicious. I made it for my family and they loved it. The flavor was amazing and the texture was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Katlego Mokgehle
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I made this meatloaf for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


kings rebal
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This meatloaf was a huge hit with my family. It was so flavorful and moist. I will definitely be making this again.


Mohid Bubak
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of meatloaf. But I'm so glad I did! This meatloaf was amazing. The flavor was incredible and the texture was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


david kasabrian
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This was the best meatloaf I've ever had. The combination of flavors was perfect and the texture was so moist and tender. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Dhiyajal Deoparsad
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I've made this meatloaf several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the flavor is out of this world. I highly recommend it!


Meera Hale
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This meatloaf was delicious. I made it for my family and they loved it. The flavor was amazing and the texture was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Fatema Mousumi
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I made this meatloaf for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Reagan Vex
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This meatloaf was a huge hit with my family. It was so flavorful and moist. I will definitely be making this again.


Vickie Brinkley
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of meatloaf. But I'm so glad I did! This meatloaf was amazing. The flavor was incredible and the texture was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Alicia Rawlins
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This was the best meatloaf I've ever had. The combination of flavors was perfect and the texture was so moist and tender. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Ruby Henton
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I've made this meatloaf several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the flavor is out of this world. I highly recommend it!


icitiffaiars wa
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This meatloaf was delicious! I made it for my family and they loved it. The flavor was amazing and the texture was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


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