Description
Succulent Philly cheesesteak meatloaf combines classic sandwich flavors in a hearty dinner centerpiece. Melted provolone and peppers create a delicious crossover between comfort food and Philadelphia’s iconic sandwich.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein Ingredients:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground beef
Cheese Ingredients:
- 1 cup shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese
Vegetable and Binding Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup ketchup (plus extra for topping)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 375F (190C) and position the rack in the center.
- Sauté chopped bell peppers and onions in a skillet until they become translucent and tender, approximately 5-7 minutes. Allow the vegetables to cool slightly.
- Combine ground beef with breadcrumbs, egg, cooled sautéed vegetables, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl. Gently mix until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Transfer half of the meat mixture into a loaf pan, creating an even base layer. Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheese across the meat layer.
- Cover the cheese layer with the remaining meat mixture, ensuring a smooth and compact surface.
- Spread a thin layer of ketchup over the top of the meatloaf to enhance flavor and create a slightly caramelized crust.
- Place the meatloaf in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160F.
- Remove from the oven and let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes, allowing the juices to redistribute and making slicing easier.
Notes
- Customize the cheese by swapping provolone with mozzarella or Swiss for different flavor profiles.
- Boost protein content by adding a small amount of finely chopped mushrooms to the meat mixture.
- Make it gluten-free by using almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs instead of traditional breadcrumbs.
- Reduce fat by selecting lean ground beef (90/10) and draining excess grease after sautéing vegetables.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 395 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg