Delicious Pepperoni Meatloaf Recipe

This pepperoni meatloaf is a flavorful twist on the classic meatloaf recipe. Made with ground beef, pepperoni, and Italian seasonings, this meatloaf is juicy, cheesy, and packed with the bold flavors of pepperoni. It's a perfect comfort food dish that the whole family will enjoy.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 1/4 cup diced green bell pepper
• 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 tsp dried basil
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 16 slices pepperoni
• 1/2 cup marinara sauce

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, diced onion, diced green and red bell peppers, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, milk, and egg. Mix well until all the ingredients are fully combined.
3. Transfer the meat mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Shape the mixture into a loaf shape.
4. Layer the shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the meatloaf, and then place the slices of pepperoni over the cheese.
5. Spread the marinara sauce evenly over the top of the pepperoni.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C) when measured with a meat thermometer.
7. Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

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