Philly Cheesesteak Meatloaf

Ingredients:

For the Meatloaf:

• 1 ½ lbs ground beef (or ground chicken/turkey)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 small green bell pepper, finely chopped
• ½ cup mushrooms, finely chopped
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional, check for keto-friendly version)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella or provolone cheese
• 2 eggs
• ½ cup crushed pork rinds (or almond flour for binding)

For the Topping:

• 4 slices provolone cheese
• ¼ cup sautéed onions & bell peppers (optional for extra topping)

Instructions:

1. Preheat & Prep:
   Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
2. Sauté the Veggies:
   In a pan over medium heat, sauté onions, peppers, and mushrooms in a little butter or olive oil until soft. Set aside to cool.
3. Mix the Meatloaf:
   In a bowl, combine ground beef, eggs, seasonings, crushed pork rinds (or almond flour), Worcestershire sauce, and the cooled sautéed veggies. Mix well.
4. Stuff with Cheese:
   Press half of the meat mixture into the loaf pan. Add shredded mozzarella/provolone cheese in the middle, then top with the remaining meat mixture. Seal the edges to keep the cheese inside.
5. Bake:
   Place in the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the meat is fully cooked (internal temp 160°F/70°C).
6. Add Provolone Topping:
   Remove from oven, top with provolone slices, and broil for 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Serve & Enjoy:
   Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve with sautéed onions and peppers on top for extra flavor!