🍖 Classic Italian Meatloaf

Here’s a hearty, flavorful Classic Italian Meatloaf recipe 🍅🍝 — perfect for a family dinner, sandwich leftovers, or meal prep. It’s moist, packed with Italian flavors, and easy to make!

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🍖 Classic Italian Meatloaf

Ingredients

• 1 ½ lbs (680 g) ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
• 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 large egg
• ½ cup milk
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped (or 2 tablespoons dried)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• ¾ cup marinara sauce (for topping)

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