Bacon Mushroom Swiss Meatloaf
This Bacon Mushroom Swiss Meatloaf blends the savory flavors of bacon, mushrooms, and Swiss cheese into a moist and delicious dish. It’s perfect as a comforting family dinner or for meal prep throughout the week.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 skillet
- 1 meatloaf pan or loaf pan
- 1 cooking thermometer
- 1 baking sheet (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 cup mushrooms, finely chopped
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup Swiss cheese, shredded
- ½ cup bread crumbs
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels, leaving 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the pan.
- In the same skillet, add the finely chopped mushrooms, onion, and garlic. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Let cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked bacon, sautéed mushroom mixture, shredded Swiss cheese, bread crumbs, milk, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and thyme. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
- Transfer the mixture into a meatloaf pan, pressing it down to shape it. Optionally, place the meatloaf on a baking sheet to catch any drippings.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C) as measured by a cooking thermometer.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- For added flavor, consider topping the meatloaf with a mixture of ketchup and brown sugar during the last 10 minutes of baking.
Notes
For added flavor, consider topping the meatloaf with a mixture of ketchup and brown sugar during the last 10 minutes of baking.
Leftover meatloaf can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer preservation.
Serve with mashed potatoes or a side salad for a complete meal.