Mushroom Swiss Cheese Meatloaf
A deliciously cheesy twist on the classic meatloaf, this Mushroom Swiss Cheese Meatloaf is packed with savory mushrooms, melty Swiss cheese, and a flavorful blend of seasonings. Perfectly tender and comforting, it’s a crowd-pleaser for any dinner table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45–55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a loaf pan or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Sauté the Veggies: In a skillet, cook the chopped mushrooms, onion, and garlic over medium heat until softened and the moisture has cooked off, about 5–7 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
- Mix It Up: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, cooled mushroom mixture, shredded Swiss cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined—be careful not to overwork the meat mixture!
- Shape & Bake: Shape the meat mixture into a loaf and place it in the loaf pan or on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Optional Topping: In the last 10 minutes of baking, sprinkle extra Swiss cheese on top of the meatloaf and return it to the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Rest & Serve: Let the meatloaf rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve with mashed potatoes or green beans for a classic comfort meal.
Notes
- Extra Cheese: Feel free to add more Swiss cheese to the inside of the meatloaf for an extra cheesy surprise!
- Toppings: You can also serve with a dollop of mustard or ketchup for extra flavor.
- Freezing: This meatloaf can be frozen before or after baking for future meals. Simply wrap tightly in plastic wrap and foil, then bake from frozen when needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 105mg