Bacon Mushroom Swiss Cheese Meatloaf - Comfort Food Bliss

This Bacon Mushroom Swiss Cheese Meatloaf combines nostalgia with modern flavors for a comforting dish.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 1

Resting Time 10

Total Time 1 30

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Meatloaf

1 lb ground beef 80/20 for less grease
1 lb ground pork or ground turkey for lighter variation
1 medium onion finely chopped
2 cloves garlic minced
1 cup breadcrumbs gluten-free if needed
1 large egg
0.5 cup milk or almond milk for dairy-free
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce as substitute
1 tsp salt adjust to taste
0.5 tsp black pepper adjust to taste

For the Flavor Boost

1 cup Swiss cheese shredded
6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
1 cup mushrooms finely chopped

For the Glaze

0.25 cup ketchup
2 tbsp brown sugar or honey/maple syrup as alternative

Equipment

loaf pan
Mixing Bowl
Oven

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, onion, and garlic. Add breadcrumbs, egg, milk, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until combined.
Gently fold in Swiss cheese and crumbled bacon into the meat mixture.
Transfer the mixture into a greased loaf pan, shaping the top evenly.
Mix ketchup and brown sugar to create the glaze. Spread over the top of the meatloaf.
Bake for 60 minutes, checking for doneness with a thermometer (should read 160°F / 71°C).
Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 12mg

Notes

Chill the meat mixture for 15-20 minutes before baking for optimal shape and flavor.

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