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Philly Cheesesteak Meatloaf

Philly Cheesesteak Meatloaf

This Philly Cheesesteak Meatloaf combines juicy ground beef, sautéed onions and bell peppers, savory seasonings, and melted provolone and mozzarella cheese into one hearty comfort food dinner. Inspired by the classic Philly cheesesteak sandwich, this easy meatloaf recipe is perfect for family dinners, meal prep, and weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 54 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 14 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 540
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Meatloaf:
  • 1½ pounds ground beef 80/20
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 medium onion finely diced
  • 1 green bell pepper finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • For the Topping:
  • 1½ cups shredded provolone mozzarella, or a combination
  • ¼ cup sautéed onions chopped (optional)
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a loaf pan or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and sauté the onion and bell pepper for about 5 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, sautéed vegetables, salt, black pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and Italian seasoning. Mix gently until just combined.
  4. Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it into the prepared loaf pan or onto the baking sheet. Do not over-pack the meat.
  5. Bake for 40 minutes.
  6. Remove the meatloaf from the oven and evenly sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top. Add the sautéed onions if using.
  7. Return to the oven and bake for another 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  8. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  9. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Sautéing the vegetables first adds sweetness and keeps the meatloaf moist.
Avoid overmixing the meat to maintain a tender texture.
Freshly shredded cheese melts much better than pre-shredded cheese.
Let the meatloaf rest before slicing to keep it juicy.
A combination of provolone and mozzarella gives the best cheesy flavor.