Best 12 Bacon Swiss Meat Loaf Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that harmonizes the savory flavors of bacon, the nutty richness of Swiss cheese, and the comforting warmth of homemade meatloaf. This Bacon Swiss Meatloaf is not just any ordinary dish; it's an explosion of taste and texture that will tantalize your taste buds from the first bite to the last. Prepared with a blend of ground beef, pork, and veal, this meatloaf is moist and succulent, while the crispy bacon strips add a delightful crunch. Hidden within its savory core is a layer of melted Swiss cheese that oozes out with every slice, creating a symphony of flavors. Served with a rich and flavorful sauce, this Bacon Swiss Meatloaf is sure to be the star of any dinner table.

This article presents two variations of this classic dish, catering to different preferences and dietary needs. The first recipe offers a traditional approach, using wheat bread crumbs and milk to bind the meat mixture. For those seeking a healthier alternative, the second recipe swaps out the bread crumbs for oats and incorporates almond milk, resulting in a gluten-free and dairy-free version. Both variations promise a moist and flavorful meatloaf, packed with the irresistible combination of bacon, Swiss cheese, and herbs.

In addition to the two main recipes, this article includes a bonus recipe for a homemade BBQ sauce that pairs perfectly with the Bacon Swiss Meatloaf. This sauce adds a tangy, smoky flavor that complements the richness of the meat and cheese. With step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and stunning photos, this article provides everything you need to create a mouthwatering Bacon Swiss Meatloaf that will impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

SWISS CHEESE MEAT LOAF



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I saw this recipe on a TV show on Amish cooking in the 1980s, and I've adapted it to suit our tastes. The Swiss cheese and bacon make it very satisfying on cold fall and winter evenings.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 bacon strip, cut into thirds
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/3 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers (about 8 crackers)
5 tablespoons shredded Swiss cheese, divided
4-1/2 teaspoons chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 pound lean ground beef

Steps:

  • In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat for 2 minutes on each side or until cooked but not crisp. Drain on a paper towel; set aside. , In a bowl, combine the egg, crackers, 4 tablespoons cheese, onion, garlic, salt, sage and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into a loaf and place in a greased 5-3/4x3x2-in. loaf pan. Place bacon pieces over top. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese; bake 2-4 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 160° and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420 calories, Fat 26g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 199mg cholesterol, Sodium 627mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

BACON & CHEESE MEAT LOAF



Bacon & Cheese Meat Loaf image

We created this recipe to convince my son to try meat loaf, adding blue cheese and bacon for flavor. It worked! -Lila Allen, Fallon, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h45m

Yield 1 loaf (8 servings).

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 teaspoon canola oil
1/2 cup shredded carrot
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup soft bread crumbs
1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons pepper
1 teaspoon salt
2 pounds ground beef
TOPPING:
3/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh sage
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add carrot and onion; cook and stir until tender. Cool slightly. , In a large bowl, combine the bread crumbs, crumbled bacon, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, seasonings and carrot mixture. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly., Shape into an 8x4-in. loaf in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until a thermometer reads 160°. , In a small bowl, combine the topping ingredients; mix well. Pat onto meat loaf; let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Remove to a platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469 calories, Fat 31g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 190mg cholesterol, Sodium 1072mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 38g protein.

BACON MUSHROOM SWISS MEATLOAF



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This meatloaf is full of flavor, and a delicious twist on an old favorite. Bacon, onions, mushrooms, and Swiss cheese are added to ground beef and baked to perfection.

Provided by NICOLETTE

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Pork Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces chopped raw bacon
1 small white onion, chopped
5 button mushrooms, chopped
1 ½ pounds extra-lean ground beef
1 egg
¼ cup evaporated milk
6 ounces shredded Swiss cheese, divided
½ cup corn flake crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place bacon in a skillet and cook over medium heat until the pieces are browned. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels. Discard all but 1 tablespoon of bacon grease. Stir in onions and mushrooms, and cook until soft. Remove from heat.
  • In a large bowl, stir together beef, egg, and milk. Stir in the onion and mushrooms. Mix in about 4 ounces of Swiss cheese, and all but 1 tablespoon of bacon. Stir in cornflake crumbs, and mix until well blended. Shape into a loaf, and place in a meatloaf pan.
  • Bake in a preheated oven for 1 hour. Drain fat, and sprinkle with remaining cheese and bacon. Return to oven, and bake until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 695.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.4 g, Cholesterol 177.1 mg, Fat 54.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 38.3 g, SaturatedFat 22 g, Sodium 683.2 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

BACON-CHEDDAR MEATLOAF



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 pieces bacon, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 large egg yolks
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pound ground beef chuck
8 ounces ground pork
8 ounces ground veal
8 ounces sharp cheddar, shredded (2 1/3 cups)
1/3 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Cook bacon in a medium nonstick skillet over medium-low heat, until crispy and fat renders, about 10 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving renderings in the skillet. Cook the onions and garlic in the pan drippings until brown, about 15 minutes. Let cool.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl whisk the eggs, mustard, hot sauce, Worcestershire, cream, salt, and pepper. Add the meat, cheese, parsley, and cooked onion. Chop and add the bacon. Mix with a fork until evenly blended. Whisk the glaze ingredients together in a bowl.
  • Dampen hands with water and on a foil-lined cookie sheet, pat mixture into a loaf shape. Bake until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the loaf registers 155 degrees F, about 1 hour. Spread the glaze onto the meatloaf after about 50 minutes. Let loaf rest for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 556 calorie, Fat 42 grams, SaturatedFat 20 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 38 grams

BACON SWISS MEATLOAF



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Make and share this Bacon Swiss Meatloaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by crazycookinmama

Categories     Meat

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 egg
1/4 cup evaporated milk
6 ounces shredded swiss cheese, divided
1 cup crumbled cooked bacon, divided
1/2 cup soft breadcrumbs
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1 1/2 lbs ground beef

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the egg, milk, 1 cup swiss cheese, 3/4 cup bacon, bread crumbs, garlic powder and onion powder.
  • Crumble beef over mixture and mix well.
  • Shape into a loaf in a greased 11 inch X 7 inch X 2 inch baking dish.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour or until meat is no longer pink and a meat thermometer reads 160°.
  • Drain.
  • Sprinkle with remaining cheese and bacon.
  • Bake 3-5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
  • Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.

BACON-WRAPPED MEATLOAF WITH BROWN SUGAR-KETCHUP GLAZE



Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf with Brown Sugar-Ketchup Glaze image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/4 cup ketchup or chili sauce
2 tablespoons light or dark brown sugar
2 teaspoons cider or white vinegar
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black paper
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons Worchestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper sauce
1/2 up milk, buttermilk or low-fat plain yogurt
2 pounds meat-loaf mix (2 parts ground chuck, 1 part ground veal, 1 part ground pork)
2/3 cups crushed saltine crackers (about 16) or quick oatmeal or 1 1/3 cups fresh bread crumbs
1/3 cup minced parsley
6 ounces thin-sliced bacon

Steps:

  • For the glaze: Mix all ingredients in a small bowl; set aside.
  • For the meatloaf: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Heat oil in a medium skillet. Add onion and garlic, saute until softened, about 5 minutes; set aside to cool.
  • Mix eggs with thyme, salt, pepper, mustard, Worchestershire, pepper sauce, and milk or yogurt. Add egg mixture to meat in a large bowl, along with crackers, oatmeal or bread crumbs, parsley and cook onions and garlic; mix with a fork until evenly blended and meat mixture does not stick to bowl. (If mixture does stick, add additional milk, a couple tablespoons at a time, and continue stirring until mixture stops sticking.)
  • Turn meat mixture onto a work surface. With wet hands, pat mixture into a loaf approximately 9 by 5 inches.
  • Cover a wire rack with foil; prick foil in several places with a fork. Place a rack on a shallow roasting pan lined with foil for easy cleanup.
  • Set formed loaf on rack. Brush loaf with all of glaze, then arrange bacon slices, crosswise, over loaf, overlapping them slightly and tucking them under to prevent curling.
  • Bake loaf until bacon is crisp and loaf registers 160 degrees, about 1 hour. Cool for at least 20 minutes. Slice and serve

BACON-TOPPED MEAT LOAF



Bacon-Topped Meat Loaf image

My family loves meat loaf-and this one in particular. I created this bacon meatloaf after trying and adjusting many other recipes over the years. Cheddar cheese tucked inside and a flavorful bacon topping dress it up just right for Sunday dinner! -Sue Call, Beech Grove, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup chili sauce
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2/3 cup dry bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 bacon strips, halved

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into a loaf in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with bacon., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 70-80 minutes or until meat is no longer pink and a thermometer reads 160°. Drain; let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 127mg cholesterol, Sodium 692mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

BACON, SWISS AND MUSHROOM MEATLOAF



Bacon, Swiss and Mushroom Meatloaf image

Make and share this Bacon, Swiss and Mushroom Meatloaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by abqrock

Categories     Meat

Time 1h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces bacon (diced)
4 medium white mushrooms (chopped)
1 small onion (finely chopped)
1 1/2 lbs extra lean ground beef
1 egg
1/4 cup evaporated milk or 1/4 cup half-and-half cream
6 ounces shredded swiss cheese
1/2 cup corn flake crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp but not burned.
  • Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain and cool. Remove all but a tablespoon of the bacon fat from the
  • skillet and saute the mushrooms and onions until tender.
  • Allow to cool slightly.
  • In a large bowl, mix the beef, egg, and milk. Add the
  • mushroom/onion mixture, all but a few spoonfuls of the
  • swiss cheese and all but one tablespoons of the bacon
  • bits. Add the corn flake crumbs and mix well until blended.
  • Shape into a loaf and place in a large loaf pan.
  • Bake at 350 for about an hour, or until cooked through.
  • Drain fat from the pan and sprinkle the reserved cheese
  • and bacon on top. Bake an additional 5 minutes, or until
  • cheese is bubbly.
  • Allow to rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Yield: 4 to 6
  • servings.

BACON-WRAPPED MEATLOAF



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This bacon wrapped meatloaf is made with a blend of pork and beef and cooked in the classic loaf fashion. It's very meaty and a great family dinner.

Provided by Tom Judd

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Sausage

Time 2h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground beef
½ pound ground pork sausage
1 sleeve crushed buttery round crackers (such as Ritz®)
⅔ cup ketchup
½ cup chopped onion
2 eggs
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
12 slices thick-cut bacon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) .
  • Combine ground beef, ground sausage, crushed crackers, ketchup, onion, eggs, onion powder, and garlic powder in a large bowl until mixed thoroughly, using your hands for best results. Form mixture into a loaf shape.
  • Weave strips of bacon into a basket weave pattern. Place meatloaf in the center and carefully lift and transfer to a loaf pan, so bacon is on the bottom and sides of the pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 1 1/2 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Allow to sit for 5 minutes before carefully flipping onto a platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9.2 g, Cholesterol 149.1 mg, Fat 28.4 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 26.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 1112.5 mg, Sugar 7 g

BACON MUSHROOM AND SWISS MEATLOAF



Bacon Mushroom and Swiss Meatloaf image

Make and share this Bacon Mushroom and Swiss Meatloaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Iowahorse

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 egg
1/2 cup corn flake crumbs
1/4 cup evaporated milk
8 ounces grated swiss cheese
1 (4 ounce) can mushrooms, drained
1 (12 ounce) package bacon

Steps:

  • In a large bowl add all but cheese and bacon.
  • Cook and crumble the bacon,drain well and divide in half, placing 1/2 in meat mixture.
  • Add all but 1/2 cup of the shredded cheese to meat mixture.
  • Blend well and place in casserole dish.
  • Top with cooked crumbled bacon.
  • Bake at 350 for about an hour or till cooked through.
  • Top with the rest of the swiss.
  • Bake an additional 5 minutes or till cheese is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 4332.3, Fat 341.7, SaturatedFat 140, Cholesterol 1191.6, Sodium 3980.4, Carbohydrate 44.1, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 9.7, Protein 258.8

SWISS MEATLOAF



Swiss Meatloaf image

Make and share this Swiss Meatloaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by kymgerberich

Categories     Meat

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 egg
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1 cup cracker crumb
3/4 cup swiss cheese, grated
1/4 cup onion, chopped fine
2 -3 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Beat the egg in a large bowl, add sage, salt and pepper and mix. Add beef, cracker crumbs, 1/2 cup cheese and the onion.
  • Blend.
  • Form into a loaf and place in a 2 quart loaf pan. Arrange bacon on top of loaf.
  • Bake for 40 minutes. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top and bake 10 minutes longer.

SWISS, BACON, MUSHROOM MEATLOAF



Swiss, Bacon, Mushroom Meatloaf image

Swiss cheese with mushrooms & bacon is my favorite burger topping. So I thought why not make it a meat loaf. I had a lot of fresh herbs on hand so I used them but you could sub dry ones. I put a lot of vegetables in it and that keeps it moist. You can double it if you want very easily.

Provided by conniecooks

Categories     Meat

Time 1h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 26

1 lb lean ground beef
6 ounces swiss cheese
1 lb mushroom, sliced
6 slices bacon
1 tablespoon fresh sage, finely cut
1 tablespoon fresh oregano, finely cut
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely cut
1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely cut
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon ketchup
1 teaspoon mustard
1 egg
1/4 cup milk
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 large onion, finely diced (I use the food Processor)
1 stalk celery, finely diced
1/2 large red pepper, finely diced
1/4 cup white wine or 1/4 cup red wine
1/2 cup sauteed mushroom (Already reserved)
1 cup beef stock
1/2 cup white wine or 1/2 cup red wine
1 tablespoon flour

Steps:

  • Cut the cheese in to 2 inch long and 1/4 inch wide strips.
  • Set aside.
  • Saute the mushrooms with 1 tbsp of the finely diced onion.
  • Lightly Salt.
  • When golden add 1/4 wine and 1 tsp finely chopped thyme. Let most of the wine cook away.
  • Set aside.
  • Saute the rest of the onion, celery & red pepper together until soft but not browned.
  • In a large bowl mix all the herbs, seasoning salt, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, mustard, egg, milk with the bread crumbs.
  • Add the sauteed vegetables and mix well.
  • Using your hands mix in meat.
  • Spray a foil lined baking pan with cooking spray.
  • Put 2 strips strips of raw bacon down the center ( they will hang off the end of the pan).
  • Put two strip of bacon across twice at about 2 inches from the center of the other bacon on either side ( they will hang off the side of the pan).
  • Put about half the meat in the centre of the bacon strips and pat into an oval loaf shape.
  • Arrange cheese on top of meat.
  • Reserve 1/2 cup of mushrooms for sauce.
  • Put the rest on top of cheese.
  • Pat the rest of the meat over the top of mushrooms taking care to seal seams so that cheese does not leak out.
  • Bring ends of bacon up and over the loaf.
  • Bake at 350F for 1 hours till bacon is crisped and meat is done.
  • Sauce:.
  • Stir flour into reserved mushrooms in a small sauce pan. add wine & stock and cook & stir until thickened & smooth.

Do you love the classic combination of bacon, swiss cheese, and ground beef? Take your meatloaf to a whole new level with this flavorful and juicy bacon Swiss meatloaf!

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ground beef. The better the quality of the beef, the better the meatloaf will be. Look for ground beef that is at least 80% lean.
  • Don't overmix the meatloaf mixture. Overmixing can make the meatloaf tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Shape the meatloaf into a loaf shape. This will help it cook evenly.
  • Top the meatloaf with bacon and swiss cheese. This will add extra flavor and richness.
  • Bake the meatloaf in a preheated oven. This will help it cook evenly.
  • Let the meatloaf rest before slicing. This will help it stay moist and juicy.

Conclusion:

Bacon Swiss meatloaf is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of bacon, swiss cheese, and ground beef, this meatloaf is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a hearty and flavorful meal, give this bacon Swiss meatloaf a try. You won't be disappointed!

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