Description
This Philly Cheesesteak Meatloaf is a delicious twist on the classic sandwich, blending the rich flavors of juicy ground beef, sautéed onions, green bell peppers, and mushrooms with melty provolone and a touch of cheese whiz. Perfect for quick dinner ideas, this high-protein recipe is a satisfying option for healthy homemade recipes. Whether you’re looking for healthy dinner recipes or healthy recipes for lunch, this cheesy, flavorful meatloaf will become a family favorite!
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or 1 teaspoon Montreal steak seasoning)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup cheese whiz (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (or gluten-free breadcrumbs for GF option)
- 4 ounces provolone (optional)
- 8 slices provolone
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms. Sauté for 7-10 minutes until tender.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Remove from heat.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, salt, pepper, cheese whiz, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, eggs, breadcrumbs, and the sautéed vegetable mixture.
- Place half of the meat mixture on a baking pan. Layer provolone in the center, then cover with the remaining meat mixture. Seal edges well and shape into a loaf.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until fully cooked.
- Top with sliced provolone and broil for 2-4 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve and enjoy
Notes
- For extra flavor, use Montreal steak seasoning instead of salt and pepper.
- Cheese whiz is optional but adds a classic Philly cheesesteak taste.
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs to make this recipe gluten-free.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg