Description
A comforting and savory Mushroom Swiss Cheese Meatloaf recipe featuring tender ground beef, earthy mushrooms, and melted Swiss cheese. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, offering a flavorful twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Ground Beef (80/20 blend)
- 8 oz Mushrooms (Button or Cremini), finely chopped
- 1 cup Swiss Cheese, shredded
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 large Egg
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Thyme
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Pepper
- For Serving: Mashed Potatoes, Steamed Vegetables, Fresh Salad
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Finely chop the mushrooms and onion. Shred the Swiss cheese.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, chopped mushrooms, chopped onion, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Grease a loaf pan. Layer half of the meat mixture into the pan.
- Spread half of the shredded Swiss cheese and chopped mushrooms over the meat layer.
- Top with the remaining meat mixture, then sprinkle the remaining Swiss cheese on top.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- For a crispier finish, broil for the last 5 minutes.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute breadcrumbs with oats or almond flour.
- Consider adding sautéed onions for enhanced moisture and flavor.
- Ensure the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) for safe consumption.
- Resting the meatloaf before slicing helps retain juices for a moist texture.
- This Mushroom Swiss Cheese Meatloaf is a crowd-pleasing comfort food.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg