Description

A flavorful loaf made by combining seasoned beef and sausage, then hiding a molten cheese and spinach filling inside. Topped with tangy marinara and Parmesan, it’s an easy crowd‑pleaser for any family meal.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Meatloaf:

1½ lb ground beef
½ lb Italian sausage, casings removed
1 small onion, minced
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 cup plain breadcrumbs
2 large eggs
½ cup grated Parmesan
2 Tbsp Italian herb blend (basil, oregano, thyme)
1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
½ cup milk
Salt & pepper, to taste

For the Filling:

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

For the Glaze:

½ cup marinara sauce
¼ cup grated Parmesan

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Instructions

Prepare & Preheat
- Heat your oven to 375 °F (190 °C).
- Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment.
Combine the Meat Mixture
- In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, Italian sausage, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, eggs, Parmesan, herbs, parsley, milk, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Stir just until everything comes together.
Shape & Stuff
- Transfer the mixture to the sheet and pat into a roughly 9×12‑inch rectangle.
- Press a shallow trench down the center, then fill it with mozzarella, spinach, and a spoonful of marinara.
- Fold the meat over the filling, sealing the seams so the cheese stays inside.
Top & Bake
- Spread the remaining marinara over the top of the loaf, then sprinkle with Parmesan.
- Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a thermometer reads 160 °F (71 °C) in the center.
Rest & Serve
- Let the loaf rest 10 minutes before slicing into thick pieces.
- Serve with extra marinara on the side for dipping.

Notes

Bold Tip: If you’d like more veggies, stir in diced mushrooms or bell peppers to the filling before rolling.

Storage & Make‑Ahead

Refrigerate: Keep leftovers in a sealed container for up to 3 days.
Freeze: Wrap the cooled, unbaked loaf in foil and freeze up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before baking.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 90mg