Description
This Swiss Beef Bacon Mushroom Meatloaf is a savory delight that combines rich flavors of beef, smoky bacon, and earthy mushrooms. Perfect for any occasion, it’s a moist and flavorful masterpiece everyone will love!
Ingredients
- Ground Beef
- Bacon
- Mushrooms (cremini or button)
- Swiss Cheese
- Breadcrumbs
- Eggs
- Onion
- Garlic
- Salt
- Pepper
- Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the Bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon and drain on paper towels, leaving a bit of bacon fat in the skillet.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent. Then, add the diced mushrooms and cook for an additional 5 minutes until they are soft. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Combine Meatloaf Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked bacon, sautéed vegetables, breadcrumbs, Swiss cheese, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Use your hands or a spoon to mix until just combined; be careful not to overmix.
- Shape the Meatloaf: Transfer the mixture to a lined or greased loaf pan. Shape it into a loaf, making sure it's even on all sides.
- Prepare the Topping: For a delicious glaze, mix a tablespoon of ketchup with a dash of Worcestershire sauce and spread it over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake: Place the meatloaf in the preheated oven and bake for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Rest and Serve: Once cooked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute for a moist meatloaf.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: Feel free to add fresh or dried herbs like thyme or parsley for added flavor. You can also mix different cheeses into the meatloaf for complexity. If the meatloaf is getting dry, consider adding a splash of beef broth or more cheese.