Mushroom Swiss Cheese Meatloaf
Ingredients:
1 ½ lbs ground beef
1 cup mushrooms, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
¾ cup breadcrumbs
1 egg
¼ cup milk
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp dried thyme
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: extra Swiss cheese for topping
Instructions:
Preheat & Prep:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a loaf pan or line a baking sheet with parchment.
Sauté the Veggies:
In a skillet, cook mushrooms, onion, and garlic over medium heat until softened and moisture has cooked off, about 5–7 minutes. Let cool slightly.
Mix It Up:
In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, cooled mushroom mixture, Swiss cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, Worcestershire, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined — don’t overwork it!
Shape & Bake:
Form the meat mixture into a loaf in the pan or on the baking sheet. Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until internal temp reaches 160°F (71°C).
Optional Topping:
In the last 10 minutes of baking, sprinkle extra Swiss cheese on top and return to the oven until melted and bubbly.
Rest & Serve:
Let the meatloaf rest 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve with mashed potatoes or green beans for the ultimate comfort meal.