Italian-Style Meat Loaf Recipe

Name: Italian-Style Meat Loaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 eggs; 1 (16 ounce) jar pasta sauce; 1 cup Italian style breadcrumbs (Progresso); 1 large onion, finely chopped (1 cup); 2 teaspoons italian seasoning; ½ teaspoon salt; 2 lbs lean ground beef (at least 80%); 1 (7 1/4 ounce) boxroasted garlic instant mashed potatoes (2 pouches); 2 ½ cups milk; 1 ½ cups hot water; ¼ cup butter or ¼ cup margarine; ½ cup grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

2 eggs
1 (16 ounce) jar pasta sauce
1 cup Italian style breadcrumbs (Progresso)
1 large onion, finely chopped (1 cup)
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
2 lbs lean ground beef (at least 80%)
1 (7 1/4 ounce) boxroasted garlic instant mashed potatoes (2 pouches)
2 ½ cups milk
1 ½ cups hot water
¼ cup butter or ¼ cup margarine
½ cup grated parmesan cheese

1
Preheat oven to 375; spray a 13 x 9 inch glass baking dish with cooking spray.
2
In a bowl, beat eggs; stir in pasta sauce, bread crumbs, onion, Italian seasoning, salt, and beef until well blended.
3
Press mixture in bottom of baking dish.
4
Bake uncovered 45-55 minutes or until meat thermometer inserted in center or loaf reads 160.
5
Meanwhile, make both pouches of mashed potatoes as directed on the box, using milk, hot water, and butter.
6
Spoon any excess juices from baking dish.
7
Spread mashed potatoes over meat loaf; sprinkle with cheese.
8
Bake uncovered 10-15 minutes or until top begins to brown.
9
Let stand 5 minutes before cutting.
10
*May use bulk Italian pork sausage for a portion of the ground beef; may add 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes to the pasta sauce, for more punch.

1107

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 eggs, 1 (16 ounce) jar pasta sauce, 1 cup Italian style breadcrumbs (Progresso), 1 large onion, finely chopped (1 cup), and more.

Yes, Italian-Style Meat Loaf falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Italian-Style Meat Loaf

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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