Description

This Mushroom Swiss Cheese Meatloaf takes classic comfort food up a notch with melty Swiss cheese, savory mushrooms, crispy bacon, and a juicy beef-pork blend. Cheesy in the middle, crispy on the outside — it’s a hearty, flavor-packed dinner that’ll have everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef ½ lb ground pork 1 cup breadcrumbs ½ cup milk ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese ½ cup finely chopped onions
1 cup finely chopped mushrooms (button or cremini)
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
2 large eggs
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp ketchup
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried thyme
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ cup ketchup (for topping)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a loaf pan and set aside.
Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy. Remove and crumble. In the same pan, sauté chopped onions and mushrooms until softened. Let cool slightly.
In a large bowl, mix ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, Parmesan cheese, sautéed vegetables, bacon, 1 cup Swiss cheese, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, 1 tbsp ketchup, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Gently combine — don’t overmix.
Add half the meat mixture to the loaf pan. Create a shallow trench in the center and layer with a bit more Swiss cheese. Top with the remaining meat mixture, sealing the cheese in the center.
Spread ½ cup ketchup evenly over the top of the loaf.
Bake for 60–70 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

Rest for 10 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute. Serve warm.

Notes

Breadcrumb tip: Fresh breadcrumbs will give a lighter texture, but store-bought works too.
Make ahead: You can prep the loaf ahead of time and refrigerate overnight before baking.
Variations: Swap Swiss for Gruyère, or add chopped spinach for a veggie boost.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American