Description
This Sicilian Meatloaf is a savory, stuffed meat masterpiece perfect for a cozy family dinner or an impressive weekend meal. Packed with layers of ham, provolone cheese, and fresh spinach, then topped with marinara, it’s a comfort food with Mediterranean flair. Ideal for anyone craving hearty, easy dinner ideas, this dish slices beautifully and doubles as next-day lunch. Whether you’re looking for a delicious new take on meatloaf, or a meal-prep winner, this recipe is your go-to for easy dinners, food ideas, or healthy-ish indulgence with a homemade feel.
Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds ground beef
3/4 cup breadcrumbs
2 large eggs
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
6 slices deli ham
6 slices provolone cheese
1 cup fresh baby spinach
1 cup marinara sauce
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Do not overmix.
2. Flatten the mixture into a rectangle on parchment paper.
3. Layer ham slices, followed by provolone, then spinach.
4. Roll up tightly jelly-roll style. Seal edges and ends.
5. Transfer to a loaf pan or sheet tray.
6. Bake at 375°F for 45–50 minutes until internal temp reaches 160°F.
7. In last 10 minutes, spoon marinara over top and return to oven.
8. Let rest 10 minutes, then slice and serve with extra sauce.
Notes
Be sure to roll the meatloaf tightly to prevent the filling from spilling out while baking.
For a spicier kick, try adding crushed red pepper flakes to the beef mixture or using spicy marinara.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 810mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 125mg