
Genoese meatloaf is a traditional Ligurian dish made with green beans and potatoes, breadcrumbs, eggs, cheese and herbs. It is baked and served cold, making it perfect for a summer lunch or a light dinner.
Step 1 of 12: Soak the mushrooms for 30 minutes.
Step 2 of 12: Blend or finely chop the mortadella, or alternatively the cooked ham, and set aside.
Step 3 of 12: Boil the peeled potatoes and, separately, boil the trimmed green beans as well.
Step 4 of 12: Rinse and squeeze the mushrooms, then chop them with a knife.
Step 5 of 12: Mash the boiled potatoes with a fork and cut the cooked green beans into small pieces.
Step 6 of 12: Sauté the mushrooms, diced onion and green beans in a pan with a drizzle of oil. Add a little water if necessary.
Once seasoned, place the green bean and mushroom mixture in a bowl together with the potatoes, mortadella, Parmesan, eggs, marjoram, a little breadcrumbs, salt and pepper.
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In summary: Not suitable for vegans · Not suitable for vegetarians · Not suitable for pescatarians · Contains lactose · Contains nickel · Allergens detected: Gluten, Eggs, and Milk
Step 8 of 12: Mix well to obtain a homogeneous mixture.
Step 9 of 12: Grease a baking dish, preferably a copper pan. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs and pour in the meatloaf mixture. Level it well and finish with a drizzle of oil over the surface.
Step 10 of 12: Sprinkle again with breadcrumbs and score the surface with the tines of a fork to create the classic stripes of Genoese meatloaf.
Step 11 of 12: Bake in a preheated oven at 200 degrees for about 35 minutes, until golden brown.
Step 12 of 12: It is even better the next day, so preparing it in advance is recommended.
| Average values | Per serving293 g · 1 of 4 | Per 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 1,162 kJ278 kcal | 397 kJ95 kcal |
| Fat | 13.25 g | 4.53 g |
| of which saturated fatty acids | 5.41 g | 1.85 g |
| Carbohydrates | 23.28 g | 7.96 g |
| of which sugars | 5.59 g | 1.91 g |
| Fibre | 4.45 g | 1.52 g |
| Protein | 15.33 g | 5.24 g |
| Salt | 0.44 g | 0.15 g |
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