Best 3 Spinach Stuffed Meatloaf Recipes

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Spinach stuffed meatloaf is a hearty and flavorful dish that has been enjoyed by home cooks for generations. Its combination of ground beef, savory spices, and a cheesy spinach filling makes it an irresistible main course. With its crispy outer layer and tender, juicy interior, spinach stuffed meatloaf is perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion meal. Best of all, it's incredibly easy to prepare.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPINACH STUFFED TURKEY MEATLOAF



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This turkey meatloaf is filled with a spinach-mushroom mixture and topped with shredded mozzarella cheese for a delicious weeknight meal.

Provided by Quaker®

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Quaker® Oats

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup coarsely chopped mushrooms
¼ cup chopped onion
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
½ cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pound 99%-lean ground turkey breast
¾ cup Quaker® Oats (Quick or Old Fashioned, uncooked)
½ cup fat-free milk
1 egg white, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning blend
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly spray medium skillet with cooking spray.
  • Cook mushrooms and onion in skillet over medium-low heat 4 minutes or until onion is tender; remove from heat.
  • Add spinach, 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese; mix well. Set aside.
  • In large bowl, combine turkey, oats, milk, egg white, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper; mix lightly but thoroughly.
  • Spoon 2/3 of turkey mixture lengthwise down center of 11 x 7-inch glass baking dish.
  • Form a deep indentation down middle of turkey; fill indentation with reserved spinach mixture.
  • Top with remaining turkey, forming a loaf.
  • Seal edges to completely enclose spinach filling.
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until thermometer registers 170 degrees F and juices show no pink color.
  • Remove from oven; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese.
  • Return to oven 1 to 2 minutes or until cheese melts.
  • Let stand 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192.2 calories, Carbohydrate 11.3 g, Cholesterol 63.9 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 27.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 397.1 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

SPINACH - STUFFED MEATLOAF



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This is a great tasting meatloaf that adds that important iron to your diet. This recipe was originally from the cookbook 1,000 Low Fat recipes by Terry Golson The preparation time does not include the resting time in the fridge. I like to get it ready the day before and then just pop it in the oven an hour before dinner.

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
2 egg whites
1 cup fresh soft breadcrumbs (white or whole wheat)
salt & pepper
1 shallot, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and very well squeezed
3/4 cup lowfat mozzarella cheese, grated
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 cup ketchup (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix together the beef, egg whites, breadcrumbs salt& pepper, shallots garlic, worcestershire sauce& oregano.
  • Use your hands to really combine the mixture.
  • After you have squeezed as much moisture as you can from the spinach combine it with the cheese, nutmeg& season with salt& pepper.
  • On a piece of plastic wrap or wax paper spread out the meat mixture in a rectangle apprx 12 x 8".
  • Spread the spinach mixture on top leaving apprx 1/2" clear all around the meat edges.
  • Using the paper (plastic) to help roll up the loaf starting from the 8" side.
  • Press gently as you go to make sure you have a firmly rolled loaf.
  • Press the outside edges together.
  • Tightly wrap the meatloaf in plastic wrap (or wax paper) and refrigerate for at leat an hour (I make the loaf the day before and leave it rolled in the fridge over night to be baked the next day).
  • Place the meatloaf on a roasting rack in a roasting pan and bake in a 350F oven for 1 hour.
  • If you are using the ketchup spread it on top of the loaf before putting it in the oven.

SPINACH &FETA-STUFFED MEATLOAF(SLOW COOKER) RECIPE



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Provided by teresafu

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs ground beef
2 large eggs
2/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 oz pkg dry onion soup mix
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 cup ketchup, divided
3/4 dup feta cheese, crumbled
3 tbs sun-dried tomatoes, minced
10 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, eggs, bread crumbs, onion soup mix, garlic, Parmesan cheese and all be 2 tbs of the ketchup. In small bowl mix together the feta cheese and sun dried tomatoes. On a cutting board covered with wax paper, pat the meat mixture into a rectangle approximately 6 inches by 10 inches. Spead the feta cheese mixture over the meat rectangle to within 1 inch of the edges. Place the spinach over the feta. Using the wax paper, roll the meat loaf so that the meat completely covers the cheese and spinach center and seal tightly. Make sure that the ends of the meat loaf are also completely sealed. Place in the Crock-Pot on one end, if necessary. Top with the remaining ketchup. Cover., cook on low 8 to 10 hours or on high for 4 to 6 hours.

Tips:

  • To ensure even cooking, use a meatloaf pan or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Mix the ground beef, bread crumbs, eggs, onion, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper thoroughly before shaping it into a loaf.
  • Sauté the spinach in olive oil until wilted and season it with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  • Place the spinach mixture in the center of the meatloaf and roll it up carefully to enclose the filling.
  • Bake the meatloaf in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 1 hour or until a meat thermometer inserted into the center reads 160°F (70°C).
  • Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

Spinach-stuffed meatloaf is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of savory ground beef, tender spinach, and aromatic herbs, this meatloaf is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. Serve it with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple green salad for a complete meal.

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