Foolproof Crockpot Italian Meatloaf

Meatloaf on serving plate with one slice and basil garnish.

5 from 3 votes

Foolproof Crockpot Italian Meatloaf

Crockpot Italian Meatloaf is the answer to busy weeknights. Ground beef, sausage, & cheese, 15 minutes prep, then set it and forget it! Easy & delicious!

Prep Time15

Cook Time5

Total Time5 15

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 491kcal

Author: Linda Warren

Ingredients

1 cup onion chopped
1-2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons minced garlic about 4 garlic cloves
1 ½ pounds ground chuck
½ pound ground mild or hot Italian sausage
7.5- oz jar sun-dried tomatoes in oil drained and chopped
¾ cup Italian breadcrumbs
¾ cup Parmesan cheese grated
1 egg
¼ cup fresh basil chopped
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ large onion sliced
½-3/4 cup your favorite marinara

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a medium skillet. Place chopped onion in oil and sauté for 3-4 minutes or until lightly browned. In the last minute, add garlic.
In a large bowl, combine onion-garlic mixture with beef, sausage, sun-dried tomatoes, bread crumbs, cheese, egg and seasonings.
Mix with hands and shape into a loaf that will fit into your crockpot.
Slice a large onion with enough slices to cover bottom of crockpot. Lay in bottom then pour ½ cup water on top.
Cut a piece of parchment paper larger than the meatloaf and place underneath. It should be large enough to aid in lifting the meatloaf out of the crockpot when it is done.
Lower meatloaf into crockpot. Spread with marinara.
Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
When ready to serve, lift out of crockpot holding the ends of the parchment sling. Tilt slightly over sink and drain any liquid that has accumulated underneath.
Place on platter and let rest 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Pro-Tip: Adding sausage to the beef mixture ensures that the meat to fat ratio is perfect making this one of the moistest and most tender meatloaves you've ever had.

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