Italian Meatloaf with Hard Boiled Eggs

Dairy Free
Health score
19%
Italian Meatloaf with Hard Boiled Eggs
45 min.
8
861kcal

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This Italian meatloaf with hard-boiled eggs is a delicious and hearty dish perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion. The combination of ground beef, pork, and veal creates a flavorful and juicy meatloaf, while the hard-boiled eggs add a unique twist. The eggs are arranged in a line down the center of the meatloaf, creating a beautiful presentation when sliced.

The recipe also includes a mix of vegetables, herbs, and spices that enhance the flavor of the meat. The onions, garlic, celery, and carrots add depth of flavor, while the rosemary, sage, and pepper provide a delightful aroma and taste. The meatloaf is then baked to perfection, resulting in a golden brown exterior and a moist and tender interior.

This dish can be served hot or cold, making it a versatile option for any occasion. It's a great choice for those who love traditional meatloaf but are looking for something a little different. The addition of hard-boiled eggs makes it a fun and unexpected surprise for your guests. So, if you're looking for a new take on a classic dish, this Italian meatloaf with hard-boiled eggs is definitely worth trying!

Ingredients

  • slices bacon chopped
  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.3 cup butter 
  •  carrots finely chopped
  • stalks celery finely sliced
  • sprig rosemary leaves fresh
  • 10  sage fresh
  • cloves garlic crushed
  • 1.5 pounds ground beef 
  • pound ground pork 
  • pound ground veal 
  • pound ground veal 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 2.5 teaspoons sea salt 
  • oz sandwich bread white
  • large onion white finely chopped
  •  hardboiled eggs whole peeled
  • ounces plum brandy 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • loaf pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425F.
  2. Heat butter and olive oil in a saucepan and saute the onion, garlic, celery, carrots and herbs until lightly golden.
  3. Add the vin santo or Marsala and bring to a boil. Boil for about 2 minutes, then remove from heat.
  4. Place the meats, salt and pepper in a large bowl and mix together, then add the vegetables. Squeeze the bread of excess milk and break it into the mixture.
  5. Add the 2 raw eggs. Using your hands, combine mixture well.Line a large rectangular terrine, casserole, or loaf pan (about 14 inches long) with foil and brush with oil.
  6. Place half of the meat mixture in the pan and press down evenly. Arrange the hard boiled eggs in a line down the center, then cover with the remaining meat mixture. Press the mixture down well.
  7. Bake the loaf on the bottom shelf of the oven for about 50 minutes; it should be lightly browned on top. Turn onto a serving dish. It is delicious served hot or cold.

Nutrition Facts

Calories861kcal
Protein27.21%
Fat62.92%
Carbs9.87%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.33
Glycemic Load
9.73
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
34.330434782609%

Flavonoids

Petunidin
1.64mg
Delphinidin
0.97mg
Malvidin
23.52mg
Peonidin
0.97mg
Catechin
2.45mg
Epicatechin
1.88mg
Apigenin
0.29mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Isorhamnetin
0.94mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
4.38mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:861.14kcal
43.06%
Fat:57.41g
88.33%
Saturated Fat:19.46g
121.65%
Carbohydrates:20.25g
6.75%
Net Carbohydrates:18.72g
6.81%
Sugar:5.34g
5.93%
Cholesterol:344.96mg
114.99%
Sodium:1271.17mg
55.27%
Alcohol:3.8g
21.08%
Protein:55.87g
111.74%
Vitamin B3:16.7mg
83.48%
Selenium:56.95µg
81.36%
Vitamin B12:4.24µg
70.71%
Zinc:9.2mg
61.3%
Vitamin A:3053.02IU
61.06%
Phosphorus:599.03mg
59.9%
Vitamin B6:1.13mg
56.74%
Vitamin B1:0.77mg
51.12%
Vitamin B2:0.86mg
50.52%
Vitamin B5:3.15mg
31.51%
Potassium:992.8mg
28.37%
Iron:4.66mg
25.91%
Copper:0.43mg
21.57%
Folate:77.76µg
19.44%
Magnesium:72.69mg
18.17%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.44%
Vitamin E:2.01mg
13.42%
Calcium:132.97mg
13.3%
Vitamin K:9µg
8.57%
Vitamin D:0.98µg
6.51%
Fiber:1.53g
6.12%
Vitamin C:3.36mg
4.08%
Source:Foodista
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