Recipes
For the Loaf:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 cup diced yellow onion
- 2 large eggs lightly beaten
- 2 teaspoons finely minced garlic
- 1 ½ teaspoons Italian herb blend
- ¼ cup plain breadcrumbs
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese for mixing
- Freshly ground black pepper and kosher salt as needed
For the Topping:
- ½ cup prepared marinara sauce
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preparation: Set your oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) in advance.
- Combine Ingredients: In a spacious mixing basin, thoroughly combine the ground beef, ground turkey, diced onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, beaten eggs, Italian seasoning, and the half cup of Parmesan cheese. Season generously with kosher salt and black pepper.
- Mix the Loaf: Use your hands to mix the components until they are uniform and fully incorporated. Take care to avoid over-mixing the blend.
- Shape and Bake (Phase 1): Gently form the meat mixture into a cohesive loaf and place it inside a standard loaf pan. Spoon the marinara sauce evenly over the top surface. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 40 minutes.
- Finish Baking (Phase 2): Carefully remove the loaf from the oven. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella across the top. Return the meatloaf to the oven and continue baking for the remaining 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Broil and Rest: If you desire a golden-brown, crispy cheese crust, place the meatloaf under a high broiler for 1–2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning. Remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to rest in the pan for a minimum of 10 minutes before slicing and serving.