Description
Bacon Mushroom Swiss Meatloaf is a savory comfort food that elevates the classic meatloaf with crispy bacon, earthy mushrooms, and creamy Swiss cheese. Each slice offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures, making it perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings. With its golden crust and gooey cheesy center, this dish not only pleases the palate but also serves as an eye-catching centerpiece.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
- 1 cup finely chopped mushrooms (button or cremini)
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-seasoned)
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup ketchup
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cook the chopped bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy; set aside on paper towels.
- Sauté chopped mushrooms in the same skillet until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, cooked bacon, sautéed mushrooms, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until combined but not over-mixed.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf on the baking sheet and spread ketchup on top.
- Bake for about 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C). Optionally, add more cheese during the last ten minutes of baking.
- Let it rest for ten minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg