Description

Mushroom Swiss Meatloaf is a comforting and flavorful twist on the classic meatloaf, combining tender ground meat, savory sautéed mushrooms, and melted Swiss cheese. This easy-to-make dish offers a perfect balance of texture and taste, making it ideal for family dinners, meal prepping, or special occasions. Nutrient-rich mushrooms provide moisture and umami without extra fat, while Swiss cheese adds a creamy, nutty flavor throughout the loaf.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

1½ pounds ground beef, pork, or a mixture
1 cup fresh button or cremini mushrooms, finely chopped
1 cup Swiss cheese, shredded or cubed
¾ cup breadcrumbs (use gluten-free breadcrumbs or almond flour for gluten-free option)
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Prepare the Mushrooms: Finely chop the mushrooms and sauté them in a bit of butter or oil over medium heat until they are soft and all moisture has evaporated. This is important to prevent the meatloaf from becoming soggy.
Mix the Meatloaf Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, sautéed mushrooms, chopped onions, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly until everything is just combined to maintain a tender texture without overworking the meat.
Add the Swiss Cheese: Fold in the shredded or cubed Swiss cheese evenly throughout the meat mixture to ensure cheesy bites in every slice.
Shape the Meatloaf: Transfer the mixture onto a baking sheet or into a loaf pan. Shape it into a classic loaf form, pressing gently to remove air pockets and help it cook evenly.
Bake to Perfection: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 60 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C). Once baked, let the meatloaf rest before slicing to retain all the juicy flavors.

Notes

Don’t Overmix: Mix ingredients gently to keep the meatloaf tender and avoid a tough texture.
Drain Mushrooms Well: Ensure all moisture is cooked off from the mushrooms to prevent a watery meatloaf.
Use a Meat Thermometer: Check for an internal temperature of 160°F (70°C) for perfect doneness.
Rest Before Slicing: Let the meatloaf rest after baking to help it hold together and stay moist.
Customize Cheese Amount: Add more Swiss cheese for cheesier bites or reduce for a milder flavor.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/6th of loaf)
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 550 mg
Fat: 22 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
Trans Fat: 0.5 g
Carbohydrates: 10 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 25 g
Cholesterol: 110 mg

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