Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Sauté finely chopped onion and minced garlic in a skillet over medium heat until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, basil, sautéed onion and garlic mixture, eggs, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl and mix gently.
- Shape the meat mixture into a rectangle about 1 inch thick on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Spread shredded mozzarella cheese over the meat rectangle, leaving about a 1-inch border; add pepperoni or prosciutto if desired.
- Carefully roll the meat rectangle tightly from one long side to the other, using parchment paper to assist, and place seam side down on the baking sheet.
- Spoon additional marinara sauce generously over the top of the rolled meatloaf.
- Bake for about 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C) and the exterior is browned.
- Allow the meatloaf to rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing to let juices redistribute.
Nutrition
Notes
Make sure to avoid overmixing to maintain tenderness. Leftovers taste even better the next day!
