Description
This Philly Cheesesteak Meatloaf combines tender ground beef with sautéed onions, bell peppers, and melty provolone cheese for a delicious twist on the classic sandwich flavors. Ready in under an hour, it’s a satisfying, family-friendly one-dish meal, perfect for busy weeknights and customizable to suit various dietary needs.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatloaf Mixture
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef (80/20 for juiciness)
- 1 cup sautéed onions (chopped)
- 1 cup sautéed bell peppers (chopped)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (use gluten-free if needed)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Vegetables
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for sautéing)
- 1 medium onion (chopped for sautéing)
- 1 medium bell pepper (chopped for sautéing)
Topping
- 6–8 slices provolone cheese (or cheese of choice)
Instructions
- Prepare the Veggies: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and bell peppers and sauté until soft and slightly caramelized, about 5-7 minutes. This step enhances the flavor and texture of the meatloaf.
- Mix the Meatloaf Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, sautéed onions and peppers, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Gently mix by hand until just combined to avoid packing the meatloaf too tightly, which helps keep it tender.
- Shape and Bake: Transfer the mixture to a loaf pan or shape into a loaf on a baking tray. Evenly layer provolone cheese slices on top of the shaped meatloaf. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 55-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Rest and Serve: Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in moist, clean slices perfect for serving.
Notes
- Don’t overmix the meat to keep the meatloaf tender, not tough.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness without drying out the meatloaf.
- Sautéing the veggies first unlocks their sweetness and prevents excess moisture in the meatloaf.
- Rest the meatloaf before slicing to maintain juicy and clean slices.
- Use enough cheese for a gooey, melty Philly cheesesteak experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55-60 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (assuming 6 slices per loaf)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg