Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Sauté the chopped red onion and red bell pepper in olive oil over medium heat until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and set aside to cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, Italian style breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and eggs. Add tomato paste, salt, black pepper, sautéed vegetables, and parsley. Mix everything by hand until well combined.
- Lay a sheet of parchment paper flat and shape the meat mixture into a rectangle measuring approximately 8 inches by 15 inches.
- Layer slices of deli ham over the meat rectangle, leaving a 1-inch border. Top with fresh basil and shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Roll the meatloaf using the parchment paper, pinching the ends to seal in the filling.
- Transfer the rolled meatloaf to a lined baking sheet, seam side down, and bake for 1 hour until cooked through.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve over pasta or zucchini noodles with marinara sauce.
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Notes
Leftovers can be stored for three days or frozen for later enjoyment. Delicious in sandwiches or paired with sides for a new spin on meals.
