🍴 Bacon Mushroom Swiss Cheese Meatloaf 🧀

📣 A classic comfort dish that brings the heart of family dinners right to your table – perfect for any night of the week!

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onions
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup finely chopped mushrooms
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 pound ground pork
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup ketchup for topping

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳
1. Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook the bacon in a skillet until crispy, then crumble it. In the same skillet, sauté the onions and mushrooms until the onions are translucent and the mushrooms are tender. Allow to cool slightly.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, Parmesan cheese, eggs, cooked bacon, Swiss cheese, sautéed onions and mushrooms, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
4. Form the mixture into a loaf shape on a lined baking sheet or in a baking dish. Spread the 1/2 cup of ketchup over the top.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for about 60-70 minutes, or until the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
6. Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This resting period helps the meatloaf retain its juices.
7. Slice and serve warm with sides of your choice.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎
- Calories: Approx 450 per serving
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 28g
- Fat: 29g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡
- For a crisper topping, broil the meatloaf for the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Mixing the ingredients by hand helps prevent overworking the meat, which can result in a denser meatloaf.

⏳ Preparation time 🍰
- Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 60-70 minutes
- Serving: Serves 6

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