Oh yes—Philly Cheesesteak Meatloaf is like the best of two worlds: tender, savory meatloaf with the flavors of a classic Philly cheesesteak. 🥩🧀🌶️ Here’s how to make it at home:
🥘 Ingredients (4–6 servings)
For the meatloaf:
- 1.5 lb ground beef (or half beef, half pork for extra flavor)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
For the topping:
- 4–6 slices provolone cheese
- Optional: sautéed onions and peppers
🥄 Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Meatloaf Mixture
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, chopped onion, bell pepper, garlic, shredded cheese, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Mix gently until just combined (overmixing makes the meatloaf dense).
3. Shape and Bake
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf pan (or on a baking sheet for a crispier crust).
- Bake 45–55 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
4. Add Cheese Topping
- During the last 5–10 minutes of baking, place slices of provolone on top of the meatloaf to melt.
- Optional: Add extra sautéed onions and peppers on top for that true Philly cheesesteak vibe.
5. Serve
- Let meatloaf rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or on sandwich rolls for a Philly-inspired meal.
💡 Tips:
- For an extra “cheesesteak” punch, stir in a few dashes of hot sauce or a sprinkle of garlic powder into the meat mixture.
- You can also stuff cheese in the center for a gooey surprise slice!
- If you want a more authentic Philly flavor, use thinly sliced ribeye instead of all ground beef in the mixture—but it’s a bit more labor-intensive.
If you want, I can make a step-by-step “ultimate gooey Philly Cheesesteak Meatloaf” recipe that’s extra cheesy with perfectly sautéed onions and peppers baked right in.
Do you want me to do that?
