Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 teaspoons (about 6 cloves) Chopped garlic
- 2 medium onions, diced
- 2 red peppers, seeded, small diced
- 1/2 cup chopped basil leaves
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley leaves
- 4 Eggs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups grated parmesan
- 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs
- 3 pounds Ground Beef
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 cup Marinara sauce
Italian meatloaf is one of the highlights of Italian cuisine. So popular is its appeal that it is considered as the most popular and common Italian dish cooked outside of Italy. The history of this dish goes all the way back to the Roman Empire. Such rich and diverse is its history. Over the centuries, the recipe has remained the same and has gotten its own renditions in different parts of the world.
Whatever those different versions may be, nothing ever beats the original. The original recipe has stood the test of time and remains as popular today as it was back then.
Health benefits:
Meatloaf is a great source of energy. It can provide nearly 200 calories in just a 4-ounce serving. It contains very little cholesterol and is rich in healthy fats. This can prove helpful in preventing any cardiovascular diseases. Additionally, all homemade meatloaves have reduced sodium content.
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How to Make Italian meatloaf
Remove from the oven and let it rest for about 10-15 minutes. |
