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Stuffed Italian Meatloaf

A tender, flavorful Italian-style meatloaf stuffed with melted mozzarella, spinach, and marinara, topped with a cheesy crust and baked to perfection.
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Author: Sandra Myers

Ingredients

For the Meatloaf:

  • 1 ½ lbs ground beef
  • ½ lb ground Italian sausage
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup bread crumbs
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tbsp parsley chopped
  • ½ cup milk
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Filling:

  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 cup spinach chopped (optional)
  • ¼ cup marinara sauce

For the Topping:

  • ½ cup marinara sauce
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese grated

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
  • In a large bowl, combine ground beef, Italian sausage, onion, garlic, bread crumbs, eggs, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, parsley, milk, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
  • Flatten the mixture into a 9×12-inch rectangle on the prepared sheet.
  • Spoon marinara sauce down the center, then layer mozzarella and spinach on top.
  • Fold the meat over the filling, pressing edges to seal, and shape into a loaf.
  • Spread remaining marinara sauce on top and sprinkle with Parmesan. Bake 45–55 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  • Let the meatloaf rest 10 minutes before slicing to keep it juicy and prevent the cheese from spilling.