Juicy beef and pork meatloaf loaded with mushrooms, smoky bacon, and gooey Swiss cheese — a hearty, comforting dinner with bold flavors.
🥘 Recipe Card
Servings & Timing
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Yield: 6 servings
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
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Cook Time: 55 minutes
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Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Dietary Badges:
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Comfort Food
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Family-Friendly
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High-Protein
✅ Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef
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½ lb ground pork
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1 cup breadcrumbs
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½ cup milk
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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½ cup finely chopped onions
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1 cup finely chopped mushrooms
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4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
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1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
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2 large eggs
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
📖 Instructions
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Preheat oven: 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a loaf pan with parchment.
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Mix base: In a bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk. Let sit 5 minutes until softened.
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Combine ingredients: Add ground beef, ground pork, Parmesan, onions, mushrooms, bacon, Swiss cheese, eggs, Worcestershire, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until combined (do not overmix).
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Shape loaf: Transfer mixture to loaf pan or shape free-form on a baking sheet.
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Bake: Cook uncovered for 50–55 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
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Rest & serve: Let sit 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with extra Swiss cheese or parsley if desired.
🔑 Notes
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Don’t overmix the meat — it keeps the loaf juicy and tender.
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For a crispier crust, bake free-form on a sheet instead of in a loaf pan.
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Mushrooms add moisture and umami — sauté them first for richer flavor.
🌟 Variations
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Cheese Swap: Try provolone or mozzarella instead of Swiss.
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Glazed Top: Brush with ketchup, BBQ sauce, or Dijon mustard before baking.
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Low-Carb Version: Use almond flour or crushed pork rinds instead of breadcrumbs.
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Veggie Boost: Add chopped spinach or shredded zucchini.
❄️ Storage
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Fridge: Store slices in airtight container up to 4 days.
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Freezer: Wrap tightly in foil, freeze up to 2 months. Thaw overnight before reheating.
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Reheat: Warm slices in oven at 325°F until heated through.
💌 Final Notes
This Bacon Mushroom Swiss Cheese Meatloaf is the ultimate comfort food upgrade — smoky, cheesy, and packed with savory mushrooms. A perfect dinner centerpiece that tastes even better the next day!
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