Description
Comfort meets classic in this Philly Cheesesteak Meatloaf, blending hearty Midwestern tradition with Philadelphia’s iconic sandwich. Juicy ground beef, melted provolone, and caramelized peppers create a mouthwatering main dish you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground pork
Cheese and Dairy Ingredients:
- 1 cup shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and prepare a loaf pan with non-stick spray or parchment paper.
- Blend ground beef and pork in a large bowl with breadcrumbs, creating a uniform meat mixture.
- Whisk eggs and milk together, then incorporate into the meat with Worcestershire sauce and dry seasonings.
- Gently fold diced onions, bell peppers, and shredded cheese into the meat mixture, ensuring even distribution.
- Carefully pack the mixture into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top for even cooking.
- Optional: Spread a thin ketchup glaze across the meatloaf surface for enhanced flavor profile.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, monitoring internal temperature until it reaches 160°F.
- Remove from oven and allow meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes, allowing juices to redistribute.
- Slice and serve hot, revealing the melted cheese and vegetable-studded interior.
Notes
- Swap ground pork with ground turkey for a leaner protein option that cuts down on fat while maintaining juicy texture.
- Enhance vegetable content by finely chopping extra bell peppers or adding mushrooms to boost nutritional value and create more complex flavor profile.
- For gluten-sensitive individuals, replace breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs to maintain meatloaf’s structural integrity.
- Create a low-sodium version by using reduced-sodium Worcestershire sauce and omitting added salt, allowing natural meat and vegetable flavors to shine through.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 373 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg