Individual Italian Meat Loaves

Elevate your weeknight dinner with these savory Individual Italian Meat Loaves, a flavorful twist on the classic comfort dish. Made with a delectable blend of ground beef and Italian sausage, these mini meat loaves are infused with Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and aromatic garlic for authentic Italian flair. Topped with a generous layer of marinara sauce and melted mozzarella, each portion is perfectly portioned and irresistibly cheesy. Quick to prepare and baked to perfection in just 30 minutes, these meat loaves are a versatile crowd-pleaser, pairing beautifully with pasta, a crisp green salad, or roasted vegetables. Perfect for weeknight meals or casual entertaining, this recipe is your ticket to Italian comfort food bliss!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 0.5 pound Italian sausage
• 0.75 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 cup Onion, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 cup Marinara sauce
• 0.5 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease lightly with cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let sit for 2-3 minutes to allow the breadcrumbs to absorb the milk.

Step 3

Add the ground beef, Italian sausage, egg, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, diced onion, chopped parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the breadcrumb mixture.

Step 4

Using clean hands, gently mix all the ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in tough meat loaves.

Step 5

Divide the meat mixture into four equal portions. Shape each portion into an oval-shaped mini meat loaf and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly apart.

Step 6

Drizzle the tops of the meat loaves with olive oil to help them brown in the oven.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and spoon marinara sauce over the top of each meat loaf, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.

Step 8

Return the meat loaves to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the meat loaves rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm with a side of pasta, a fresh green salad, or roasted vegetables for a complete Italian-inspired meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1323.3 grams (1323.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2902

Total Fat 207.20g	266%
Saturated Fat 78.30g	392%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.60g
Cholesterol 808mg	269%
Sodium 7170mg	312%
Total Carbohydrate 91.00g	33%
Dietary Fiber 7.00g	25%
Total Sugars 20.20g
Protein 171.20g	342%

Vitamin D 199IU	997%
Calcium 1161mg	89%
Iron 18mg	101%
Potassium 2194mg	47%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.0%

Protein: 23.5%

Carbs: 12.5%