Oven-Baked Meatloaf
100’ min.
Easy
4 people
- 500 g ground meat
- 1 carrot, finely chopped
- 1 bunch of parsley, finely chopped
- 2 eggs
- 50 g grated Grana cheese
- 50 g breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- A splash of gin (to aid cooking)
- Grated lemon zest, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- Bay leaves, for garnish
- Slices of guanciale, for topping
Grind the meat, finely chop the carrot and parsley. In a large bowl, combine the ground meat with the chopped ingredients, then add the eggs, grated Grana cheese, breadcrumbs, extra virgin olive oil, a splash of gin (which helps during cooking), grated lemon zest, a generous grind of black pepper, salt, and the chopped garlic. Mix everything thoroughly until you obtain a soft and well-combined mixture.
Check the consistency of the mixture, making sure it is soft and evenly blended.
Shape the meatloaves into your desired size, compacting them well with your hands.
Take a baking tray, lightly grease it with oil, and place the shaped meatloaves onto it. To finish, place a bay leaf and a slice of guanciale on each meatloaf, helping to keep the meat juicy during cooking.
Bake in a preheated static oven at 180°C (356°F) for about 80–90 minutes, or until the meatloaves are golden and fully cooked.
Once ready, remove the meatloaves from the oven and slice them before serving.
If you need help adjusting quantities based on the number of guests, or have any questions, we’re always happy to help. Enjoy your meal!
