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This hearty Italian Meatloaf is a flavorful twist on the classic, loaded with Italian herbs, melty mozzarella, and topped with a tangy marinara glaze. It’s the perfect weeknight comfort food that’s also elegant enough for guests.

🍴 Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 lb ground pork
• 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup marinara sauce (plus extra for serving)
• Salt and black pepper to taste

🔥 Instructions
Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a loaf pan.

Make the Meat Mixture:
In a large bowl, combine the beef, pork, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, Parmesan, onion, garlic, parsley, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined—don’t overmix or the meatloaf will be tough.

Add Mozzarella:
Fold in the shredded mozzarella, making sure it’s evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

Shape and Glaze:
Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it on the prepared pan. Spoon 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly over the top as a glaze.

Bake:
Bake for 50–60 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Serve:
Slice and serve with additional warm marinara sauce on the side and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.

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💡 Helpful Tip: For extra moisture and flavor, mix in 1/4 cup of finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers into the meat mixture.