Here’s a simple recipe for meatloaf muffins:
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef (or a mix of ground beef and pork)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup finely chopped bell pepper (any color)
- 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare Muffin Tin: Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease each cup.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, milk, ketchup, chopped onion, chopped bell pepper, minced garlic, egg, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
- Shape Muffins: Divide the mixture evenly among the muffin cups, pressing the meat mixture down slightly.
- Top with Ketchup (Optional): If desired, you can spread a little ketchup on top of each meatloaf muffin for added flavor.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) and the tops are browned.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the meatloaf muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a serving plate.
- Enjoy: Serve these mini meatloaves with your favorite sides. They’re great for portion control and make for a fun presentation!
Enjoy your meatloaf muffins!