Description
Sicilian Meatloaf is a delightful blend of comfort and flavor that brings a touch of Italian cuisine to your dinner table. This impressive dish features ground beef, rolled with aromatic fresh basil, melted mozzarella, and colorful vegetables for a satisfying meal perfect for family gatherings or special occasions. The harmonious layers of ingredients create a burst of flavor in every bite, while its stunning presentation makes it ideal for entertaining. Plus, this recipe is accommodating to various dietary preferences, allowing you to serve it over pasta or zucchini noodles. Enjoy the leftovers as scrumptious sandwiches or reheated slices for future meals!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¾ cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 eggs
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ lb deli chicken (alternative to pork product)
- 12–15 large fresh basil leaves
- 1 ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Marinara sauce
- Cooked pasta or zucchini noodles, if desired
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté chopped red bell pepper and onion until soft, then add minced garlic.
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef with breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, eggs, tomato paste, salt, pepper, parsley, and the sautéed vegetables.
- Shape the mixture into a rectangle on parchment paper. Layer with chicken slices, basil leaves, and mozzarella.
- Roll the mixture tightly using the parchment paper as a guide, sealing the edges.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for about 1 hour.
- Allow resting before slicing; serve over cooked pasta or zucchini noodles with marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg