Preheat: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan with a bit of oil or cooking spray and set aside.
Prepare the Meat Mixture:
2. Mix the Ingredients
Combine: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, milk, diced onion, diced green pepper, sliced mushrooms, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
Assemble the Meatloaf:
3. Form the Base Layer
Layer: Press half of the meat mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared loaf pan, creating a solid base.
4. Add the Cheese Layer
Cheese: Lay the provolone cheese slices over the meat layer, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent the cheese from oozing out during baking.
5. Add the Top Layer
Seal: Cover with the remaining meat mixture, pressing the edges to seal the cheese inside and form a cohesive loaf.
Prepare the Sauce:
6. Mix the Sauce
Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the beef broth, ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard until well blended.
Bake the Meatloaf:
7. Pour the Sauce
Top: Pour the prepared sauce over the meatloaf, spreading it evenly to cover the surface.
8. Bake Until Done
Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour, or until the meatloaf is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
Rest and Serve:
9. Let it Rest
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