Description
Hearty mushroom swiss cheese delight meatloaf combines rich umami flavors with classic comfort. Savory ingredients meld perfectly, promising a satisfying meal that invites you to savor each delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 0.5 lb (225 g) ground pork
- 4–6 slices swiss cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 egg
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup milk
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp additional Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme or parsley
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Meat Preparation: Combine ground beef and pork with breadcrumbs, mixing thoroughly to create a uniform base with balanced texture and flavor.
- Seasoning Integration: Gently fold egg, milk, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and dried herbs into the meat mixture, ensuring delicate incorporation without overworking.
- Loaf Formation: Mold the seasoned meat into a compact, symmetrical loaf with smooth contours to promote even cooking and aesthetic presentation.
- Oven Preparation: Grease a baking sheet or line with parchment paper, then preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), allowing consistent heat distribution.
- Initial Baking: Place meatloaf in oven’s center and cook for 45-50 minutes, monitoring internal temperature until it reaches 160°F (71°C) using a meat thermometer.
- Mushroom Enhancement: Simultaneously sauté mushroom slices in olive oil over medium heat, developing golden-brown caramelization and rich flavor profile with butter and additional Worcestershire sauce.
- Cheese and Topping Finale: Once meatloaf reaches target temperature, layer Swiss cheese slices across the surface, top with sautéed mushrooms, and return to oven for 5-7 minutes to melt cheese completely.
- Resting and Serving: Allow meatloaf to rest 5-10 minutes, enabling juice redistribution, then garnish with fresh parsley and slice to serve warm, ensuring each portion includes melted cheese and mushroom topping.
Notes
- Meat Mixture Mastery: Gently fold ingredients to preserve a light, tender texture without overworking the meat, which can lead to tough meatloaf.
- Temperature Precision: Use a meat thermometer to guarantee the 160°F (71°C) internal temperature, ensuring food safety and perfectly cooked meat.
- Cheese and Mushroom Magic: Add cheese and mushrooms in the final cooking stage to prevent overcooking and maintain their optimal flavor and texture.
- Resting Ritual: Allow the meatloaf to rest 5-10 minutes after cooking, which helps juices redistribute, making each slice more succulent and easier to cut.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 366
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg