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 your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a loaf pan or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Sauté the Veggies:
In a skillet over medium heat, cook mushrooms, onion, and garlic until softened and all moisture has evaporated, about 5–7 minutes. Let cool slightly.
Cooking Time: 7 minutes
Mix It Up:
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, cooled veggie mix, shredded Swiss cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
Mixing Time: 5 minutes
Shape & Bake:
Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in the pan or on the baking sheet. Bake for 45–55 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Baking Time: 50 minutes
Optional Topping:
In the last 10 minutes of baking, top with extra Swiss cheese and return to oven until melted and bubbly.
Topping Time: 10 minutes
Rest & Serve:
Let the meatloaf rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with mashed potatoes or vegetables.
Resting Time: 10 minutes

Prep Time: 17 minutes
Cooking Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 7 minutes
Calories: 480 kcal per serving
Servings: 6 servings