Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 8 slices provolone cheese
- 2 tablespoons ketchup (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
- Sauté onion and green bell pepper in a skillet over medium heat until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and the cooked vegetables. Mix until just combined.
- Press half the meat mixture into the loaf pan. Layer with 4 slices of provolone cheese. Top with remaining meat mixture, sealing the cheese inside.
- Spread ketchup on top if using.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes. Top with remaining 4 slices of provolone to melt before serving.
Notes
- Swap provolone with mozzarella, cheddar, or pepper jack for variation.
- Add sautéed mushrooms for extra umami flavor.
- Mix in hot sauce or red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Top with barbecue sauce instead of ketchup for a smoky finish.
- Store leftovers in fridge up to 4 days or freeze slices for up to 3 months.
- Reheat in oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10–15 minutes or microwave until heated through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
