Cheesy Meatloaf with Tomato Sauce Recipe 🍖🧀
This Cheesy Meatloaf with Tomato Sauce is the ultimate comfort food! Moist and flavorful meatloaf stuffed with gooey cheese and topped with a tangy tomato sauce glaze—perfect for family dinners or a hearty meal.
Ingredients (Serves 6-8)
For the Meatloaf:
- 2 lbs (900g) ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (or crushed crackers)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese (plus extra for topping)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning (optional)
For the Tomato Sauce Glaze:
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon mustard (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)