Let's face it, there's nothing like Stuffed Meatloaf with Prosciutto and cheese. That salty bite of prosciutto goes perfectly well with meat and mozzarella cheese, but when you use ground pork it definitely takes it up a notch!
Pork Recipes are delicious but so under-rated! That's why pork makes the a great choice for the best meatloaf that your whole family will enjoy!
If you like my Italian Meatloaf recipe try my Pasta in Tomato Sauce with Pork Ribs for a sauce that tastes oh so good or my melt in your mouth Three Meat Cannelloni, my Italian Pork Braciole Stuffed with Prosciutto and Ground Beef or my recipe for Beef Involtini.
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- Here's Why You'll Love this Dish
- Ingredients
- Can You Make this Recipe in Advance?
- Why use Ground Pork?
- How Long Does Ground Pork Last in the Fridge?
- Only One Bowl for Preparation
- How to Make Stuffed Meatloaf with Prosciutto
- Best Side Dishes for This Recipe
- Storing Leftovers
- Top Tips
- Substitutions and Variations
- Sides Dishes You'll Fall For
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- Food Safety
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Often we wonder what to with ground pork and if there are any good "ground pork recipes?" What can I do with ground pork?" Or "what can I make that's simple and I can get in the oven in 10 minutes?" Well, this easy Stuffed Meatloaf recipe will knock your socks off.
This recipe using ground pork is so simple, but it will wow any crowd! You can make this ground meat recipe with any type of ground meat, just adjust the cooking time to ensure that the meat is cooked through.
Here's Why You'll Love this Dish
- Minimal preparation means that it's in the oven and on the table in an hour or less
- Customizable that you can use any ground meat or stuffed with any condiments
- Flavor appeals to both kids and adults
- Leftover meatloaf is perfect for take to work lunches
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Ingredients
This stuffed meatloaf with prosciutto is made with pork, eggs, bread crumbs, spinach, prosciutto, cheese, celery, carrot, olive oil, onion powder, garlic cloves and spices.
You can also use Italian Breadcrumbs in this recipe.
For exact ingredients and measurement details see recipe card...
Can You Make this Recipe in Advance?
The beauty of this dish is that you can prepare it in advance earlier in the day and store it in the fridge until you are ready to pop it in the oven.
Leftovers store well too. So if you've cooked it, you could warm it up and serve it the very next day.
Why use Ground Pork?
Why not? Your reading this because you want to make something different. We don't really do a lot with ground pork. And pork these days is really lean in comparison to other meats. But, if you aren't liking the sound of pork, then substitute ground beef, veal, or chicken in this recipe.
Beef and veal will obviously take less time to cook, particularly if you like your beef medium to medium-well. Just follow cooking temperature done-ness standards. to determine when your meat is safe to eat. Click here to learn about safe cooking temperatures for meat.
How Long Does Ground Pork Last in the Fridge?
Unlike other ground meats, raw ground pork doesn't last long in the fridge. You can expect refrigerated pork to last 1 to 2 days in the refrigerator.
If you have an excess of ground pork, freeze it for use in an airtight container and thaw it out overnight when you are ready to use it.
Only One Bowl for Preparation
Yes, you can use one large bowl to place all the ingredients in and mix together. I also find that when it comes to mixing ground meats, it's better to just get in there with your hands. Using your hands enables you to ensure that all of the ingredients mix well together.
How to Make Stuffed Meatloaf with Prosciutto
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Mix together the ground pork, dried oregano, onion powder, eggs, chopped garlic cloves, and bread crumbs together and mix well. Get in their with your hands don't worry. My mom used to say you can't trust a clean or skinny chef. So get in there.
Layer the onion, carrots and celery in a roasting pan or a large loaf pan. Drizzle with a bit of olive oil.
Start by laying 5 pieces of prosciutto side by side and layering the drained spinach on top, then the shredded mozzarella cheese.
Prepare your work surface by placing a large sheet of parchment paper or wax paper or plastic wrap on the counter or table.
Place the bread crumb and ground meat mixture on the wax paper and pat it down flat to about one inch thick and about 8" long by 6" wide. Place the layered prosciutto, spinach, cheese close to the bottom of the meat mixture, Roll the prosciutto so that the spinach and cheese are inside.
Using the wax paper at the end, begin to roll the meat. Once the meat meets the other side, you'll need to lift to wax paper to keep rolling the meet until you get to the end.
Tuck the prosciutto in if it is sticking out. Gently place the roll in a roasting pan.
Place in oven covered. Cook at 400 degrees F for about 45 minutes or until done. Remove lid to brown top as the final cooking temperature is reached. Use a meat thermometer and aim for an internal temperature of 160°F (71.1°C).
Remove from oven when done and let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before serving. Slice thereafter and plate. Serve with your favorite vegetables or salad.
Best Side Dishes for This Recipe
Looking for a side-kick? Here are some Italian recipes that work as a side dish for this American Italian Stuffed Meatloaf:
Storing Leftovers
Store leftovers refrigerated in an airtight container for 2-3 days. You can also freeze for later. When you are ready to eat leftovers, thaw out in the fridge for 24 hours and then warm up it up.
Top Tips
Lay your rotolo on top of the vegetables carefully. You can use the large piece of parchment paper to help you place the role in the roasting pan.
Cover while roasting for about 45 minutes. About 10 minutes before fully cooked, uncover the role to brown the top of the rotolo.
Check the done-ness using a food thermometer against recommended cooking temperatures.
Substitutions and Variations
Here are a few ways to make this Italian recipe for stuffed pork meatloaf unique:
- Spice - make it spicy by adding hot oil or red pepper flakes
- Meat - use chicken, ground beef or any other type of ground meat on hand
- Boiled eggs - roll the ground meat around 2 to 3 whole boiled eggs.
- Black forest ham - substitute ham for prosciutto
- Cheese - add parmesan cheese, provolone cheese or another cheese of your choice
- Ground Meat - substitute ground pork with ground turkey, ground chicken or ground beef.
The perfect recipe isn't that far away. I'd love to know how you substituted ingredients to fit your dietary needs. Drop a comment below and let me know!
Sides Dishes You'll Fall For
Recipe Details
Stuffed Pork Meatloaf
https://easyhomemaderecipes.caIngredients
- 1 red onion
- 1 carrot
- 1 stick celery
- 30 oz ground pork (or any ground meat)
- 2 eggs
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp fennel seed
- 1 clove garlic chopped
- 1 tbsp sage
- ½ cups breadcrumbs
- 1 cups spinach cooked and chopped
- 5 slices prosciutto
- 1 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place the chopped onion, carrot and celery stalks in a roasting pan. Drizzle with a bit of olive oil.
- Lay 5 pieces of prosciutto side by side and place the drained spinach on top, then the shredded cheese.
- Mix together the ground pork, dried oregano, onion powder, eggs, chopped garlic, breadcrumbs together mix well. Get in their with your hands don't worry. My mom used to say you can't trust a clean or skinny chef.
- Prepare your work surface by placing a large sheet of parchment paper or wax paper on the counter or table.
- Place the ground meat mixture on the wax paper and pat it down flat to about one inch thick and about 8" long by 6" wide. Place the layered prosciutto, spinach, cheese close to the bottom of the meat mixture, Roll the prosciutto so that the spinach and cheese are inside.
- Using the wax paper at the end, begin to roll the meat. Once the meat meets the other side, you'll need to lift to wax paper to keep rolling the meat until you get to the end. Tuck the prosciutto in if it is sticking out.
- Gently place the roll in a roasting pan. Place in oven covered. Cook at 400 ℉ for about 45 minutes or until done. Remove lid to brown top as the final cooking temperature is reached. Use a meat thermometer and aim for an internal temperature of 160°F (71.1°C). Remove from oven when done and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Top Tips
Lay your rotolo on top of the vegetables carefully. You can use the wax paper to help you place the role in the roasting pan. Cover while roasting for about 45 minutes. About 10 minutes before fully cooked, uncover the role to brown the top of the rotolo. Check the done-ness using a food thermometer against recommended cooking temperatures.Nutrition
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Food Safety
Note that the storage guidelines provided on this page and site are estimates from personal experiences. We are all adults and as an adult you are responsible to ensure that the food you eat is safe to eat. Since, I'm not a food safety expert, you are responsible to review your local guidelines on food storage prior to storing any food left-overs.
Remember to:
- Not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
For Canadian Guidelines check the Government of Canada Food Safety Guidelines or see more guidelines at USDA.gov.
Terri says
Love this idea - always looking for stuff to do with ground pork. Walmart sells their ground beef/pork mixture for a very good price and this would be perfect for that!
AmyG says
Hi Terri,
Yes, I always find that pork is much more economical than beef or chicken. And this is a great way to use it and make something different. But the beef/pork combo would make it like a giant meatball which is ok in my book!
Vanessa says
I'm always looking for some more ground pork dishes! What a fun idea and so flavorful too.