Cheesy Garlic Meatloaf
Ingredients:
1 lb (500g) ground beef
1 lb (500g) ground pork
1 cup breadcrumbs
2 eggs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
4 garlic cloves (minced)
1/2 onion (finely chopped)
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1/2 cup milk
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Topping:
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tbsp parsley (chopped)
2 tbsp melted butter
2 cloves garlic (minced)
Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Meatloaf Mix: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, eggs, Parmesan, mozzarella, garlic, onion, parsley, milk, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix well until combined.
3. Shape and Bake: Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a baking dish. Bake for 30 minutes.
4. Prepare Topping: Mix the melted butter, garlic, and parsley in a bowl.
5. Add Cheese and Garlic Butter: Remove the meatloaf from the oven and top with shredded mozzarella. Drizzle the garlic butter mixture over it.
6. Finish Baking: Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
7. Serve: Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.