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Stuffed Italian Meatloaf Comfort Dinner

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Stuffed Italian Meatloaf Comfort Dinner is a hearty, satisfying meal made with juicy seasoned meat, a rich cheesy center, and savory marinara sauce baked to comforting perfection.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup marinara sauce, divided
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Chopped fresh parsley or basil (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, eggs, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, milk, and 1/2 cup marinara sauce.
  3. Mix gently until just combined.
  4. Divide the meat mixture in half and press the first half into a loaf shape in the baking dish.
  5. Layer mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the center, leaving a border around the edges.
  6. Top with the remaining meat mixture and press gently to seal.
  7. Spread the remaining marinara sauce evenly over the top.
  8. Bake for 55–65 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
  9. Remove from the oven and rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Avoid overmixing the meat to keep the meatloaf tender. Letting it rest before slicing helps keep the cheese filling in place.

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