Polpettone: The Amazing Classic Italian Meatloaf

Basically this dish which we are going to make, in this meat, boiled eggs and pieces of ham are used. When the meatloaf is cut, the egg and ham mixture is visible in the middle of the meat, which is a beautiful sight. Served hot or cold, this meatloaf will be the highlight of your table.

CONTENT OF RECIPE

Ingredients/ingredienti	1 Lb Ground Veal 1 Pound Ground Pork 4 Eggs 1 Cup Bread Crumbs 7 Ounces Cooked Ham (Sliced ​​Or Sliced) 1 Cup Shredded Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese Extra Virgin Olive Oil For Taste Black Pepper To Taste Salt According To Taste
Cooking Time/ Tempo di Cottura	1 hour 10 Minutes
Cooking Temperature / Temperatura di Cottura	390o F(199o C)350o F(177o C)
Utensils/Utensili	Baking Dish Large Mixing Bowl Cutting Board Small Saucepan Smooth Knife Parchment Paper Serving Plate
Cooking Method/Metodo di Cottura	Stove,Oven

METHOD

Step 1: Warm up the oven to 390^o F before starting the recipe.

Step 2: I used 3 hard boiled eggs in it. For this, take a small saucepan and boil the eggs.

Step 3: After the eggs are boiled, peel them. Now cut them all from the middle into 2 parts and keep them.

Step 4: Now put the following things in a big bowl and mix. Such as black pepper, salt, grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, breadcrumbs, an egg, a chopped mixture.

Step 5: After mixing well, spread the baking paper on a table. Spread the same mixture well on the baking paper.

Step 6: Now add pieces of cooked ham, eggs lengthwise, salt, black pepper, grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.

Step 7: Now wrap it firmly.

Step 8: Now it’s time to bake. To bake at 350^o F for about an hour, you will first oil a baking dish and grease the top surface of the meatloaf with oil.

Step 9: Turn off the oven after one hour.

Step 10: Take a perforated baking sheet and spread it evenly on the kitchen surface.

Step 11: Arrange the meatloaf on a cutting board and keep it like that for about five minutes.

Step 12: Cut with a paring knife and serve the meatloaf with its own sauce.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Does meatloaf get covered when cooking?

The meatloaf can be cooked uncovered.

What is meatloaf in Italian?

Polpettone. Basically, it is a big meatball filled with hard boiled eggs.

What is meatloaf made of?

Beef, onions, milk, breadcrumbs and eggs.

What is the purpose of meatloaf?

During times of financial hardship, meatloaf was easy to cook. It was cooked using cheap meat and leftover ingredients. Its quantity was increased by adding spices, grains, bread or salty crackers to it.

Is meatloaf healthy to eat?

Meatloaf, traditionally made from a mix of pork and veal, is often high in fat and sodium which is considered unhealthy.