Meatloaf muffins

Ah, meatloaf muffins! 🧁🍖 They’re essentially individual mini meatloafs baked in a muffin tin—perfect for portion control, faster cooking, and fun presentation. Here’s a solid guide:

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Ingredients (makes about 12 muffins):

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (or mix beef and pork)

• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs

• 1/4 cup milk

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 1 egg

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)

• 1/2 cup ketchup or BBQ sauce (for topping)

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Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin.

2. Mix ingredients:

   • In a bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, milk, onion, egg, garlic, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix until just combined (don’t overmix, or muffins get dense).

3. Portion into muffin tin:

   • Divide mixture evenly among muffin cups and press lightly.

4. Add topping:

   • Spread a spoonful of ketchup or BBQ sauce on top of each muffin.

5. Bake:

   • Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

6. Serve:

   • Let cool a few minutes, then carefully remove muffins. Serve as-is or with mashed potatoes, veggies, or a side salad.

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Optional twists:

• Add shredded cheese inside each muffin for a gooey surprise.

• Mix in finely chopped bell peppers or carrots for extra veggies.

• Use a spicy BBQ sauce for a flavor kick.

If you like, I can create a “gourmet” meatloaf muffin version with caramelized onions, cheese, and bacon bits that’s perfect for a crowd. Do you want me to do that?