Stuffed Meatloaf With Spinach And Cheese
This hearty stuffed meatloaf combines savory ground beef with a delicious spinach and cheese filling, making it a comforting dish perfect for family dinners.
Equipment
- Loaf pan
- Nonstick skillet
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 each egg lightly beaten
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 cup bread crumbs plus more if needed
- garlic powder a sprinkle
- coarse kosher salt a few pinches
- fresh cracked pepper a few grinds
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 each scallions finely chopped (green and white parts)
- 1 box frozen spinach cooked and drained
- 3/4 cup shredded cheese Havarti, cheddar, or Gruyere, plus 1/4 cup for topping
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients to begin.
For Meatloaf Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, beaten egg, milk, water, garlic powder, kosher salt, and fresh cracked pepper. Stir in the bread crumbs until thoroughly combined.
For Spinach Filling:
- In a skillet, melt the butter over low heat. Add the chopped scallions and sauté for about two minutes until tender. Then, incorporate the cooked spinach with a pinch of kosher salt and take off the heat. Mix in the Havarti cheese and Parmesan until fully integrated.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan by lightly greasing it. Spread half of the beef mixture evenly across the bottom of the pan.
- Layer the spinach and cheese mixture on top of the beef, then finish with the remaining beef mixture, smoothing out the top.
- Gently tap the pan against the counter to pack the layers. Cover with aluminum foil and place on a baking sheet, then bake for 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, remove the foil and sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese over the top. Return to the oven for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, until the meatloaf is thoroughly cooked.
- Once finished, take it from the oven and let it rest for about 20 minutes before slicing. Enjoy your dish!