Mushroom Swiss Cheese Meatloaf (Halal Adaptation)
A rich, moist meatloaf using ground beef, earthy mushrooms, and creamy Swiss cheese. Savory herbs and ketchup glaze create a gourmet twist on this classic dish, fully halal-compliant by omitting pork and alcohol.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 280kcal
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onions
- 1.5 cups finely chopped mushrooms
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup ketchup (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C)
- Sauté the finely chopped onions and mushrooms in a skillet until tender. Let cool slightly
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, Parmesan, sautéed vegetables, Swiss cheese, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix gently without overmixing
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place in a baking dish
- Spread ketchup over the meatloaf for a glaze
- Bake for 60-70 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F
Notes
Use halal-certified ground beef for strict dietary adherence
Vegetarian Worcestershire sauce prevents anchovy contamination
For extra moisture, add 1/4 cup vegetable broth to the mixture
Cool completely before slicing to preserve shape
Vegetarian Worcestershire sauce prevents anchovy contamination
For extra moisture, add 1/4 cup vegetable broth to the mixture
Cool completely before slicing to preserve shape