Irresistible Stuffed Meatloaf with Mozzarella FlavorPacked
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Author:sophiebennet
Total Time:1 hour 30 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Description
Discover how to create an irresistible flavorpacked stuffed meatloaf with mozzarella that will delight your taste buds and impress your guests
Ingredients
Scale
1.5 lbs ground beef (or lean turkey for a lighter version)
1 cup breadcrumbs (Italian-style for an extra kick)
1 egg
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (fresh mozzarella works great too)
1/2 cup marinara sauce (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix until fully blended, but take care not to overwork the meat to keep the loaf tender.
On a parchment-lined baking sheet, shape the meat mixture into a rectangle, about 1 inch thick. Leave a margin on all sides for easy rolling.
Spread the mozzarella cheese across the center of the meatloaf. Drizzle marinara sauce over the cheese, ensuring an even distribution.
Using the parchment paper, carefully roll the meatloaf starting from the long side. Lift it gently, so the filling doesn’t spill out, and tuck in the ends to seal.
Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 50 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C). Optionally, spoon additional marinara sauce on top during the last 10 minutes.
