Spinach and cheese-filled meatloaf
This spinach and cheese-filled meatloaf is a hearty main course where beef mince is combined with Gruyère, Parmesan and fresh spinach. The Thermomix TM7 chops the onions, garlic and parsley in seconds, then mixes everything into an even mince mixture. Sliced after baking, it reveals a delicious green and golden cheese swirl that pleases the whole family.
About this recipe
Spinach and cheese-filled meatloaf Thermomix TM7 is the kind of comforting main course that turns a simple family dinner into something special. Searching for meatloaf recipes for your all-in-one kitchen machine often leads to plain versions, but this one hides a melting heart of baby spinach, Gruyère and Parmesan inside seasoned beef mince. The TM7 does the heavy lifting: onions, garlic cloves and flat leaf parsley are chopped uniformly in seconds, breadcrumbs are grated fresh if you like, and the mince, eggs and seasonings are blended into a consistent mixture without getting your hands dirty. When sliced, the loaf reveals a beautiful green and golden swirl that looks impressive on the plate yet requires no advanced skills. It is an excellent choice for a quick weeknight dinner, Sunday lunch with relatives, or meal prep, as leftover slices reheat beautifully in a sandwich or lunchbox the next day.
Preparation tips
- For a clean cut through the cheese and spinach filling, let the meatloaf rest for several minutes after baking before slicing with a sharp knife; this keeps the Gruyère layer intact instead of oozing out completely.
- Squeeze the fresh baby spinach well after wilting so the filling stays compact; excess moisture would make the meatloaf soggy and prevent the cheese from setting around the green leaves.
- For a kid-friendly version, grate the onions very finely so they disappear into the beef mince; children who dislike texture will enjoy the mild taste while still eating their vegetables unnoticed.
Recipe variations
- Gluten-free variation: replace the breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs or cooked quinoa and bind the beef mince mixture with an extra egg; the spinach and Gruyère filling remains exactly the same.
- Festive variation: add sun-dried tomatoes and a layer of prosciutto to the spinach filling, then serve the sliced loaf with a creamy sauce made from crème fraîche and Parmesan for an elegant Christmas or New Year's dinner.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Chopping speed - The Thermomix chops onions, garlic and parsley uniformly in seconds without tears. [Time Savings]
- Grating function - The TM7 grates the Parmesan and breadcrumbs freshly for a flavourful, even coating of the meatloaf. [Multi-Functionality]. [Multi-Function]
- Built-in scale - Weigh the beef mince and eggs directly in the mixing bowl of the Thermomix for exact, consistent results. [Weighing]. [Precision Control]
- Even mixing - The TM7 blends the mince, eggs and breadcrumbs into a uniform mixture without dirtying your hands. [Hands-Free]
- Heating control - The Thermomix gently wilts the baby spinach with olive oil at a precise low temperature before filling. [Temperature Control]
Ingredients
- extra virgin olive oil
- Parmesan cheese
- brown onions
- garlic cloves
- fresh flat-leaf parsley
- breadcrumbs
- beef mince
- eggs
- freshly ground black pepper
- salt