Best 5 Quick And Easy Sicilian Meatloaf Recipes

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Welcome fellow foodies and cooking enthusiasts to the realm of Sicilian culinary excellence! Today, we embark on a delectable journey to discover the secrets of the Sicilian meatloaf, also known as "polpettone siciliano", a dish that embodies the rustic charm and hearty flavors of the Mediterranean. Often served as a main course at family gatherings and celebrations, this delectable meatloaf promises a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. So, gather your kitchen tools, embrace the art of Sicilian cooking, and prepare to create a dish that will transport your palate to the sun-kissed shores of Sicily.

Let's cook with our recipes!

QUICK AND EASY SICILIAN MEATLOAF



Quick and Easy Sicilian Meatloaf image

I tried this recipe years ago when I first started cooking. It's been a constant hit since then and is virtually foolproof. Unlike regular meatloaf, this one stays juicy and tender with excellent flavor. Serve with garlic mashed potatoes and steamed carrots for an old fashioned comfort food dinner.

Provided by BKlein

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
½ cup dry bread crumbs
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
¼ cup barbecue sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
1 egg
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
ground black pepper to taste
8 thin slices deli ham, or as needed
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese, or as needed
¼ cup ketchup
1 teaspoon mustard
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 dash soy sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lay a 24-inch long sheet of parchment paper down on a work surface.
  • Mix together the ground beef, bread crumbs, onion soup mix, barbecue sauce, garlic, egg, flour, and black pepper in a bowl until well combined. Place the meat mixture down on the piece of parchment paper, and pat it into a rectangle shape about 10x16 inches. Lay deli ham slices down on the meat, keeping a 1-inch margin around all sides of the rectangle. Sprinkle Swiss cheese over the ham. Carefully lift up the short edge of the meat square with the parchment paper, and gently nudge and roll up the meat. Seal the edges and ends well. Place the meat roll into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
  • While the roll is cooking, mix together ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, and soy sauce, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Remove the roll from the oven, and spread the ketchup mixture over the roll. Return to the oven for 15 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.3 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 135.7 mg, Fat 22.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 34.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 1064.5 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

SICILIAN MEAT ROLL



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MY SISTER-IN-LAW shared this recipe years ago and it became our family's favorite meat loaf. The addition of ham and mozzarella is a colorful surprise and adds terrific flavor. This is always a big hit with company, and the leftovers are good either hot or cold. -Mrs. W. G. Dougherty, Crawfordsville, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup soft bread crumbs
2 large eggs
1/2 cup tomato juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds ground beef
8 thin slices fully cooked ham
1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
3 thin slices part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the bread crumbs, eggs, tomato juice, parsley, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over the mixture and mix well. , On a pieces of heavy-duty foil, pat meat mixture into a 12x10-in. rectangle. Place the ham and shredded cheese on loaf to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up, jelly-roll style, beginning with the short end and peeling foil away while rolling. , Place on a greased baking pan with seam side down; seal ends. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour and 10 minutes or until meat is no longer pink and a thermometer reaches 160°. Top with sliced cheese; bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375 calories, Fat 23g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 163mg cholesterol, Sodium 580mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 36g protein.

QUICK AND EASY SICILIAN MEATLOAF



Quick and Easy Sicilian Meatloaf image

I tried this recipe years ago when I first started cooking. It's been a constant hit since then and is virtually foolproof. Unlike regular meatloaf, this one stays juicy and tender with excellent flavor. Serve with garlic mashed potatoes and steamed carrots for an old fashioned comfort food dinner.

Provided by BKlein

Categories     Italian Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
½ cup dry bread crumbs
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
¼ cup barbecue sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
1 egg
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
ground black pepper to taste
8 thin slices deli ham, or as needed
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese, or as needed
¼ cup ketchup
1 teaspoon mustard
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 dash soy sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lay a 24-inch long sheet of parchment paper down on a work surface.
  • Mix together the ground beef, bread crumbs, onion soup mix, barbecue sauce, garlic, egg, flour, and black pepper in a bowl until well combined. Place the meat mixture down on the piece of parchment paper, and pat it into a rectangle shape about 10x16 inches. Lay deli ham slices down on the meat, keeping a 1-inch margin around all sides of the rectangle. Sprinkle Swiss cheese over the ham. Carefully lift up the short edge of the meat square with the parchment paper, and gently nudge and roll up the meat. Seal the edges and ends well. Place the meat roll into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
  • While the roll is cooking, mix together ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, and soy sauce, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Remove the roll from the oven, and spread the ketchup mixture over the roll. Return to the oven for 15 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.3 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 135.7 mg, Fat 22.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 34.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 1064.5 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

SICILIAN MEAT LOAF



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Make and share this Sicilian Meat Loaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ElaineAnn

Categories     Meatloaf

Time 1h30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 eggs, beaten
3/4 cup soft breadcrumbs
1/2 cup tomato juice
2 tablespoons parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 small garlic clove, minced
2 lbs lean ground beef
8 slices boiled ham, thin
1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
3 slices mozzarella cheese, cut diagonally

Steps:

  • Combine eggs, bread crumbs, tomato juice, parsley, oregano, salt, pepper and garlic.
  • Stir into beef, mixing well.
  • On foil or waxed paper pat meat to a 12 x 10-inch rectangle.
  • Arrange ham on top of meat, leaving a margin on edges. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of ham and roll up.
  • Bake 1 hour and 15 minutes at 350°.
  • Arrange cheese (triangles) on top and bake another 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.9, Fat 20.6, SaturatedFat 9.5, Cholesterol 155.2, Sodium 711, Carbohydrate 4.1, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 1.2, Protein 35.3

SICILIAN MEAT ROLL - LIGHT MEATLOAF



Sicilian Meat Roll - Light Meatloaf image

This is a lightened version of a meatloaf called a Sicilian Meat Roll. It is topped with cheese instead of sauce, but is very well seasoned. My family loves this version but I misplaced my recipe so we haven't had it for awhile. Thought I better post it on here for safe keeping!

Provided by ColCadsMom

Categories     Meat

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup egg substitute
2 tablespoons ketchup
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/2 teaspoon parsley
1 slice light bread
1 lb ground sirloin
4 slices lean ham
1 1/2 cups lowfat mozzarella cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the egg substitute, ketchup, Italian seasoning, garlic, seasoned salt, and parsley, mixing well.
  • Process bread into crumbs; add to mixture.
  • Crumble sirloin over mixture; combine completely.
  • On a piece of heavy duty aluminum foil, press meat into a rectangle.
  • Evenly place ham over meat to within 1 inch of edge.
  • Sprinkle 3/4 cup mozzarella over ham.
  • Roll jellyroll style, removing foil as you roll.
  • Seal all edges completely.
  • Bake, uncovered, seam side down at 350°F for 1 hour.
  • Sprinkle with remaining 3/4 cup mozzarella.
  • Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.5, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 50.8, Sodium 114.4, Carbohydrate 1.5, Sugar 1.2, Protein 15.8

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the meatloaf will be. Choose fresh, lean ground beef and flavorful spices.
  • Don't overmix the meatloaf mixture: Overmixing can make the meatloaf tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
  • Shape the meatloaf firmly: A well-shaped meatloaf will hold together better during cooking.
  • Cook the meatloaf at a moderate temperature: A moderate temperature will help the meatloaf cook evenly without drying out.
  • Let the meatloaf rest before slicing: Letting the meatloaf rest before slicing will help the juices redistribute and make the meatloaf easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Sicilian meatloaf is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its flavorful combination of ground beef, bread crumbs, cheese, and spices, this meatloaf is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Serve it with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad.

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