Italian Meatloaf

A deliciously Italian spin on a classic meatloaf with Italian sausage, herbs and parmesan cheese.

Prep Time15

Cook Time55

Total Time1 10

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings: 12

Preheat your oven to 375 degrees
Place a large skillet over medium heat, add a tablespoon of olive oil and cook a small diced onion for about 5 minutes
Add 6 cloves of finely minced garlic and cook for another 60 seconds or so, stirring constantly and then transfer the skillet off of the heat
In a large bowl, combine 32 ounces of ground beef, 16 ounces of ground italian sauce, 3 large whisked eggs, 3/4 cup of breadcrumbs, 3/4 cup of grated parmesan, 15 ounces of tomato sauce, 2 teaspoons of garlic powder, 2 teaspoons of onion powder, 2 teaspoons of dried italian herbs, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper and 1/4 cup of finely chopped fresh parsley and mix until completely combined
Using lightly oiled hands, divide the meatloaf mixture in half and form into loaves on a greased baking sheet, in 2 greased loaf pans or in a 9"x13" deep baking dish
Bake in a 375 degree oven for 50-55 minutes

While the meatloaf is resting, add 15 ounces of tomato sauce into a saucepan placed over medium to medium low heat
Carefully add about 1/2 cup of the pan drippings along with any brown bits left on the baking sheet into the sauce pan and stir to combine
Add additional drippings if thinning is desired
Add salt or black pepper, if necessary

After the meatloaf has rested for 10 minutes, transfer it onto a cutting board and slice into inch thick slices
Serve with mashed potatoes and some tomato gravy