Stuffed Meatloaf Roll
A delightful twist on a classic comfort food, featuring a savory ground meat shell rolled around a melty cheese, spinach, and herb filling.
Ingredients
- •1.5 lbs ground beef (85/15)
- •1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
- •1/2 cup milk
- •1 large egg, lightly beaten
- •1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- •2 cloves garlic, minced
- •1 teaspoon salt
- •1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- •2 cups fresh baby spinach, chopped
- •1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- •1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- •1/3 cup ketchup
- •1 tablespoon brown sugar
- •1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, diced onion, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until just mixed, taking care not to overwork the meat.
- 3
Lay a large sheet of plastic wrap on your counter and press the meat mixture out into an even rectangle, about 1/2-inch thick.
- 4
Distribute the chopped baby spinach evenly over the meat rectangle, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 5
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese uniformly over the spinach layer.
- 6
Using the plastic wrap to help lift and guide you, carefully roll the meatloaf up tightly from the long side, sealing the edges and ends to enclose the filling.
- 7
Transfer the rolled meatloaf, seam-side down, onto the prepared baking sheet and remove the plastic wrap.
- 8
In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce, then brush this glaze evenly over the top and sides of the meatloaf.
- 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F (71 degrees C) and the glaze is sticky and caramelized.
- 10
Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing into thick rounds to serve.
💡 Chef tips
- Letting the meatloaf rest before slicing is crucial; otherwise, the melted cheese will pour out and the slices may fall apart.
- You can swap the mozzarella for provolone or fontina, and add roasted red peppers to the filling for extra flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and make incredible sandwiches.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished meatloaf roll should have a glossy, caramelized glaze on the outside, slicing open to reveal a vibrant spiral of tender meat, bright green spinach, and gooey melted cheese with a savory, comforting aroma.