Description
This Mushroom Swiss Cheese Meatloaf offers a hearty and comforting meal bursting with savory flavor. It features a tender, juicy loaf packed with earthy sautéed mushrooms and creamy, nutty Swiss cheese. Coated in a rich, delicious glaze, this dish is a satisfying twist on classic comfort food that’s easy enough for any weeknight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ground beef, 80/20 ground chuck
- 8 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup finely diced yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1/2 cup plain panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet or line a loaf pan with parchment paper. This prepares your cooking surface for even baking.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the finely chopped mushrooms and diced onion for 5-7 minutes until they are softened and any moisture has evaporated. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. Let this mixture cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, cooled mushroom and onion mixture, shredded Swiss cheese, panko breadcrumbs, eggs, 1/4 cup ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Use your hands to gently mix until all ingredients are just combined; avoid overmixing, which can make the meatloaf tough.
- Form the meat mixture into a loaf shape (approximately 9×5 inches) on the prepared baking sheet, or press it evenly into a loaf pan.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/4 cup ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard until smooth. Spread this glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) when measured with a meat thermometer. The glaze should be slightly caramelized, and the meatloaf cooked through.
- Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a moist and flavorful result.
Notes
- For extra flavor and texture, consider adding finely chopped bell peppers or grated carrots to the mushroom and onion sauté.
- If you don’t have panko, regular breadcrumbs can be used, but panko provides a lighter texture.
- Leftover meatloaf makes excellent sandwiches the next day.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
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