All my family can say about this recipe is Oh my goodness it is amazing!
Parmesan meatloaf is a classic comfort food recipe with a cheesy twist. It’s a hearty dish made with ground beef, breadcrumbs, and Parmesan cheese, topped with a tangy marinara sauce. This recipe is easy to follow and perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Meatloaf | |
| Lean ground beef | 1 pound |
| Lean ground turkey (optional) | 1 pound |
| Eggs | 2 large |
| Breadcrumbs | 1/4 cup |
| Dried oregano | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Dried basil | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Dried thyme | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Garlic, minced | 1-2 cloves |
| Onion, minced | 1 small |
| Salt | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Pepper | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Grated Parmesan cheese | 1/2 cup |
| Marinara sauce | 1/2 cup |
| Italian cheese mix | 1/2 cup (optional) |
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, turkey (if using), eggs, breadcrumbs, oregano, basil, thyme, garlic, onion, salt, and pepper. Mix well with your hands until everything is evenly combined. Don’t overmix.
- Form the meat mixture into a loaf shape in a greased loaf pan.
- Top the meatloaf with 1/2 cup of marinara sauce.
- Bake the meatloaf for 45-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit (70 degrees Celsius).
- In the last 5 minutes of baking, sprinkle the top of the meatloaf with Italian cheese mix (optional).
- Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
