Description
Sicilian Meatloaf is a delightful twist on a classic dish, infusing robust Italian flavors into every bite. This hearty recipe features lean ground beef, fresh herbs, and a zesty tomato sauce, creating a comforting and satisfying meal perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for leftovers, this Sicilian Meatloaf promises to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 large eggs
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium onion, sautéed
- 1 cup tomato sauce (for topping)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until fragrant (about 5 minutes).
- In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, breadcrumbs, sautéed onion mixture, eggs, Parmesan cheese, herbs, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf on a baking sheet or in a loaf pan.
- Spread tomato sauce generously over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake for about 60 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 90mg