Here’s a tasty twist on classic comfort food: Philly Cheesesteak Meatloaf 🥩🧀—a meatloaf inspired by the flavors of a Philly cheesesteak sandwich.
🥩 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
For the meatloaf:
- 1 lb ground beef (or 50/50 beef and pork for extra flavor)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
Optional toppings:
- Extra provolone slices for the top
- Sautéed onions and peppers for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Sauté veggies – cook onions, bell peppers, and garlic in a bit of oil until softened. Let cool slightly.
- Mix meatloaf ingredients – in a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and the sautéed veggies. Mix gently.
- Shape meatloaf – form into a loaf shape and place in a greased loaf pan or baking sheet.
- Add cheese – either fold ½ cup of shredded cheese into the meat mixture or sprinkle on top before baking.
- Bake – 50–60 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Optional topping – add extra provolone slices for the last 5 minutes of baking for a melty finish.
- Rest & serve – let meatloaf rest 5–10 minutes before slicing. Top with sautéed peppers and onions if desired.
🔥 Tips
- Use half-and-half beef and pork for a juicier meatloaf.
- Don’t overmix the meat mixture—tough meatloaf happens with too much handling.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or on a soft hoagie bun for a true Philly vibe.
If you want, I can also give a quick “single-pan” Philly Cheesesteak Meatloaf recipe that’s faster to make and super cheesy. Do you want me to do that?
