Rolled Stuffed Meatloaf is a creative spin on the traditional American meatloaf, featuring a savory ground beef base filled with a hearty, flavorful stuffing of vegetables, herbs, and blue cheese. With origins tied to classic comfort food traditions, this recipe elevates the dish by incorporating a rolled presentation and a cheesy, herbaceous filling. Meatloaf became a staple in American households during the early 20th century as an affordable, satisfying meal. This version pays homage to that history while adding elegance and depth, perfect for family dinners or make-ahead freezer meals.
Ingredients
Meat Mixture:
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 2 cups soft bread cubes
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup minced onion
- 1 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- 2 eggs
Filling:
- ½ cup celery (minced )
- ½ cup mushroom (cut in pieces)
- ½ cup onion (minced )
- ½ cup butter
- 1 cup soft bread cubes
- ½ cup parsley (chopped )
- ½ cup American blue cheese (crumbled)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Meat Mixture
- Soak 2 cups bread cubes in ½ cup milk.
- In a large bowl, combine soaked bread, 2 pounds ground beef, ¼ cup minced onion, 1 tsp nutmeg, 1 tsp salt, ½ tsp pepper, and 2 eggs.
- Mix thoroughly.
- Pat meat mixture into an 8×14 inch rectangle on a double sheet of foil.
Step 2: Prepare Filling
- In a skillet, sauté minced celery, mushrooms, and onion in butter until softened.
- Remove from heat and add 1 cup soft bread cubes, chopped parsley, and crumbled blue cheese.
- Mix well.
Step 3: Assemble Meatloaf
- Spread filling evenly over the meat rectangle.
- Carefully roll up the meatloaf using the foil, securing it tightly.
Step 4: Bake
- For frozen: Bake at 400°F for 1 hour 15 minutes. Open foil for the last 15 minutes to brown.
- For fresh: Bake at 450°F for 45 minutes. Open foil for the last 15 minutes.
Tips
- Use lean ground beef for a lighter version.
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lower-fat alternative.
- Try Swiss, cheddar, or provolone cheese in place of American.
- Add diced bell peppers or spinach for extra flavor and color.
- Prepare and freeze before baking for an easy make-ahead meal.
- Serve with mashed potatoes and gravy or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 32gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 530mgFiber: 1.5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 130mgIron: 3.5mg
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