Mushroom Swiss Cheese Meatloaf 🍄🧀🍖 Ingredients: For the Meatloaf: • 2 lbs ground beef (or mix wit...

Mushroom Swiss Cheese Meatloaf 🍄🧀🍖

Ingredients:

For the Meatloaf:
• 2 lbs ground beef (or mix with ground pork)
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

For the Topping:
• 1 1/2 cups sliced mushrooms
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the Meatloaf
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and seasoning.
3. Mix until just combined, then shape into a loaf and place in a baking dish.
4. Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes, or until internal temp reaches 160°F (71°C).

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2. Sauté the Mushrooms & Make the Gravy
1. In a skillet, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add mushrooms and cook until browned and soft (about 6–8 minutes).
3. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute, then slowly whisk in beef broth.
4. Simmer until thickened (about 3–5 minutes), season with salt and pepper.

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3. Add Cheese & Mushrooms
1. After baking, remove meatloaf from the oven.
2. Sprinkle Swiss cheese over the top and return to oven for 5–7 minutes, until melted and bubbly.
3. Spoon the mushroom gravy on top of the melted cheese.

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4. Serve
• Garnish with fresh parsley, slice, and serve hot with mashed potatoes, green beans, or roasted veggies.

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Tips:
• Want extra flavor? Add a bit of Dijon mustard to the meat mixture.
• Use Gruyère cheese for a deeper, nuttier flavor.
• Leftovers make great meatloaf sandwiches the next day!

Enjoy your juicy, cheesy, mushroom-loaded meatloaf!