Spicy Sausage Meatloaf Patties with Italian Barbecue Sauce

Turn up the heat on classic comfort food with these Spicy Sausage Meatloaf Patties with Italian Barbecue Sauce, a bold and flavorful twist on traditional meatloaf! Made with a savory blend of spicy Italian sausage and ground beef, these patties are infused with fresh garlic, herbs, and a touch of Parmesan for a rich, satisfying bite. Topped with a sweet-and-tangy Italian-inspired barbecue sauce made with balsamic vinegar and tomato paste, these baked patties develop a caramelized glaze that's irresistible. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, these patties are ready in under an hour and pair beautifully with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad. Keyword-packed and packed with flavor, this recipe brings Italian flair to the comfort food table!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground spicy Italian sausage
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 Eggs, large
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 small Onion, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground spicy Italian sausage, ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, eggs, minced garlic, diced onion, parsley, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly until all ingredients are combined.

Step 3

Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 1 inch thick. Place the patties on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4

Bake the patties in the preheated oven for 20-22 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C). While the patties are cooking, prepare the Italian barbecue sauce.

Step 5

In a small saucepan over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the ketchup, tomato paste, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, and dried basil. Stir to combine and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

Step 6

Remove the meatloaf patties from the oven and spoon the Italian barbecue sauce over each patty. Return the patties to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until the sauce is caramelized and the patties are fully cooked.

Step 7

Serve the spicy sausage meatloaf patties hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired. Pair with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple side salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1380.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3043.1

Total Fat 219.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 1005.3mg	0%
Sodium 6760.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 104.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.6g	0%
Total Sugars 43.2g
Protein 178.5g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 740.4mg	0%
Iron 20.0mg	0%
Potassium 2736.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.5%

Protein: 23.0%

Carbs: 13.5%