Mini Meatloaf Muffins

Mini Meatloaf Muffins 

   

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Ingredients

For the Meatloaf

• Nonstick cooking spray or softened butter

• 1/2 white onion, coarsely chopped

• 1 medium carrot, peeled and coarsely chopped

• 1 stalk celery, coarsely chopped

• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves

• 3 cloves of garlic

• 1 pound 90% lean ground beef

• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs

• 1 large egg

• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

For the Glaze

• 1/4 cup barbecue sauce or ketchup

• 1/4 cup brown sugar

• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Method

1. Prepare the Oven and Pan

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease 8 cups of a muffin tin with nonstick spray or softened butter.

2. Mince the Vegetables

In a food processor, combine the onion, carrot, celery, parsley, and garlic. Pulse until the mixture is very finely chopped. (If chopping by hand, ensure the vegetables are minced as finely as possible.)

3. Make the Meatloaf Mixture

In a medium bowl, combine the minced vegetables with the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined, avoiding over-compressing the mixture.

4. Portion the Meatloaf

Divide the mixture evenly among the prepared muffin cups. Pack the mixture lightly—do not press it firmly into the cups.

5. Bake the Meatloaf

Bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until the meatloaf muffins are just set.

6. Prepare the Glaze

While the meatloaf bakes, whisk together the barbecue sauce (or ketchup), brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and cumin in a small bowl.

7. Glaze and Finish Baking

Remove the muffin tin from the oven and generously brush each meatloaf muffin with the glaze. Return the tin to the oven and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes, or until the tops are well browned and the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (74°C).

8. Cool and Serve

Allow the meatloaf muffins to cool briefly before removing them from the tin. Serve warm alongside a grain, pasta, or vegetable of your choice. https://www.2foodie.com