Marvelous Mini Meatloaves Italian Style
Elevate your weeknight dinners with these Marvelous Mini Meatloaves Italian Style—a delicious twist on a comfort food classic! These perfectly portioned meatloaves combine savory ground beef and flavorful Italian sausage, bound together with Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, and a hint of garlic and Italian seasoning. Baked to perfection in a muffin tin, each mini meatloaf is topped with rich marinara sauce and gooey melted mozzarella for a truly indulgent finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is as easy as it is satisfying, making it a go-to for both busy weeknights and casual gatherings. Serve them warm with fresh basil garnish and pair with roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for a complete Italian-inspired meal. Keywords: mini meatloaves, Italian-style meatloaf, easy dinner recipes, weeknight meals, comfort food.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 0.5 pound Italian sausage
- 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Marinara sauce
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil (optional for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil (for greasing)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a muffin tin with olive oil or nonstick cooking spray.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, Italian sausage, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, milk, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
Mix the ingredients with your hands or a large spoon until fully combined, but avoid overmixing to keep the meatloaves tender.
Step 4
Divide the mixture evenly into 8 portions and shape each portion into a mini meatloaf. Place each mini meatloaf into a muffin tin cup.
Step 5
Top each mini meatloaf with about 1 tablespoon of marinara sauce, spreading it evenly over the surface.
Step 6
Bake the meatloaves in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Step 7
Remove the muffin tin from the oven and sprinkle a generous amount of shredded mozzarella (about 2 tablespoons) on top of each mini meatloaf.
Step 8
Return the tin to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
Step 9
Allow the meatloaves to rest for 5 minutes before removing them from the muffin tin.
Step 10
Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired, and serve warm alongside your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1128.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2288.8 |
| Total Fat 173.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 64.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 13.2g | |
| Cholesterol 786.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5372.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 40.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 11.5g | |
| Protein 143.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 157.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 510.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 19.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2230.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories