Description
Hearty Philly cheesesteak meatloaf blends classic sandwich flavors into a comforting dinner centerpiece. Melted provolone, sautéed peppers, and seasoned beef create a memorable meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup provolone cheese, shredded
Vegetables:
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
Seasonings and Sauce:
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to a precise 375°F (190°C) for optimal cooking environment.
- Sauté diced onions and bell peppers in a skillet over medium heat until they become translucent and tender, releasing their aromatic flavors.
- Combine ground beef with breadcrumbs, whisked eggs, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and the freshly sautéed vegetable medley in a spacious mixing bowl, gently folding ingredients until evenly distributed.
- Transfer half of the meat mixture into a prepared loaf pan, carefully creating a central channel, then generously layer shredded provolone cheese along the groove.
- Carefully cover the cheese layer with the remaining meat mixture, ensuring a complete seal and smooth top surface.
- Slide the meatloaf into the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, monitoring until the internal temperature reaches a safe 160°F (71°C) using a meat thermometer.
- Remove from oven and allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes, enabling juices to redistribute and ensuring a moist, cohesive texture before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein option that keeps the classic Philly cheesesteak flavor profile intact.
- Choose low-fat provolone or reduce cheese quantity to make the dish more diet-friendly without compromising on taste.
- Test meat mixture’s seasoning by cooking a small patty before forming the loaf, ensuring perfect flavor balance every single time.
- Drain excess fat after sautéing vegetables to prevent greasy meatloaf and maintain a cleaner, more refined texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 468
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 165 mg