Description
This Swiss Bacon Mushroom Meatloaf is a flavorful twist on the classic comfort food. Juicy ground beef is combined with savory sautéed mushrooms, crispy bacon, and melted Swiss cheese to create a rich, hearty meal perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef (80/20 preferred for juiciness)
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 cup cooked bacon, chopped
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced and sautéed
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking sheet lined with foil or grease a loaf pan for easy cleanup and shaping.
- Cook Bacon and Mushrooms: Cook the bacon until crispy and then remove it from the pan. Use the rendered bacon fat to sauté the mushrooms until browned and tender, enhancing their flavor.
- Mix Meatloaf Base: In a large bowl, thoroughly combine the ground beef, eggs, breadcrumbs, finely diced onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper to create the meatloaf mixture.
- Add Cheese: Gently fold half of the shredded Swiss cheese into the meat mixture, distributing the cheese evenly without overmixing to maintain tenderness.
- Form the Loaf: Shape the beef mixture into a loaf shape on your prepared baking sheet. Press the remaining Swiss cheese, sautéed mushrooms, and chopped bacon on top to create a savory crust.
- Bake: Bake the meatloaf for 45 to 55 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C), ensuring it is cooked safely through while remaining moist.
- Rest and Serve: Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- Using 80/20 ground beef ensures the meatloaf stays juicy and flavorful.
- Allow the meatloaf to rest after baking to prevent the juices from running out when slicing.
- You can substitute Swiss cheese with Gruyère or mozzarella for a different flavor profile.
- Breadcrumbs can be replaced with crushed crackers or oats for texture variation.
- For a lower-fat version, use leaner ground beef and turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 1/8 of meatloaf)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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