Bacon Mushroom Meatloaf (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Meatloaf
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1 egg, large
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1 ½ pounds ground beef (use an 80/20 blend to keep it moist)
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1 small onion, diced finely
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2 minced garlic cloves
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1 cup breadcrumbs (use panko or plain)
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½ cup mushrooms, chopped small (button or cremini)
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1 cup milk
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1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
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½ teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon dried parsley (or a tablespoon of fresh parsley)
→ For the Topping
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4-5 bacon strips, cooked crisp and crumbled
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Fresh parsley, roughly chopped (to sprinkle on top)
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6-8 slices of Swiss cheese
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½ cup cooked mushrooms
# Instructions:
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Get your oven warmed to 350°F (175°C). In a small dish, combine the breadcrumbs and milk and let them sit for a few minutes to soak up the liquid. In a big mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, milk-soaked breadcrumbs, egg, diced onion, garlic, mushrooms, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, black pepper, and parsley. Use your hands or a big spoon to gently mix it all together—don’t overdo it, or the meatloaf will turn out tough.
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Take a greased or lined baking pan and shape the meat mixture into a loaf. Place it in the oven and bake for about 40 to 45 minutes. The inside temperature should reach 160°F (71°C) before it’s done.
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While the loaf is in the oven, get your bacon nice and crispy in a pan. Once done, let it cool on a paper towel and crumble it. Use the leftover bacon grease in the skillet to sauté the mushrooms until they’re soft and slightly browned. Keep the toppings aside for later.
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Take the meatloaf out of the oven when it’s nearly done. Cover the top with the cheese slices first, then spread the sautéed mushrooms and bacon crumbles over the cheese. Slide it back into the oven for about 10 minutes, just until the cheese looks melted and gooey.
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Once the cheese topping is ready, let the meatloaf cool down for about 5-10 minutes before slicing it. Scatter some chopped parsley over the top, then plate it up alongside mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or even a salad.
# Notes:
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Soaking breadcrumbs in milk keeps the meatloaf juicy and prevents it from coming out dry.