Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Cheesy Italian Meatloaf with Marinara, a delightful fusion of classic meatloaf and Italian cuisine. This savory dish features a moist mixture of ground beef, breadcrumbs, and rich marinara sauce, topped with gooey mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Whether it’s a family dinner or a special occasion, this cheesy meatloaf is sure to impress your loved ones. Serve it alongside your favorite sides for a complete meal that everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup marinara sauce
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, marinara sauce, egg, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a baking dish.
- Bake for 35 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Return to the oven for an additional 10–15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let it rest before slicing. Serve with extra marinara sauce if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg