Indulge in the savory and comforting goodness of these Mini Cheesy Meatloaves, perfect for individual servings or a fun family meal. These bite-sized meatloaves are packed with ground beef, aromatic herbs, and a delightful surprise of melted cheese in the center. Smothered in a rich and flavorful tomato sauce, they are a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Accompanying this main course are three delectable recipes: Mashed Potatoes with Roasted Garlic, a creamy and fluffy side dish infused with roasted garlic's savory notes; Green Beans with Bacon and Almonds, a vibrant and crunchy medley of green beans, smoky bacon, and toasted almonds; and a refreshing Citrus Salad with Mint, a burst of zesty citrus flavors complemented by the aromatic freshness of mint. These recipes come together effortlessly, creating a complete and satisfying meal that will leave you feeling cozy and content.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
CHEESY MEATLOAF
A 'stuffed' meatloaf made with beef, pork, cheese, eggs, soup mix and bread crumbs. Mozzarella cheese jazzes up a classic.
Provided by LAURENVC
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Ground Pork Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large bowl combine the beef, pork, soup mix, eggs, bread crumbs, pepper and water. Stir in 1/2 cup of the cheese. Mix well and spread half of mixture into a 9x5 inch loaf pan. Spread remaining 1 1/2 cups cheese over meat loaf mixture. Top with remaining half of meat loaf mixture.
- Bake in preheated oven for 60 minutes. Let cool 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 407.6 calories, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Cholesterol 135.5 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 30.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 701.9 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
MINI CHEESE MEAT LOAVES
I created a stovetop recipe that is just as good as baked, so we don't have to wait for it to come out of the oven. -Betty Claycomb, Alverton, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine first six ingredients. Mix in beef. Divide into six portions. Shape each portion around a cheese stick and form into a loaf. Set aside. , In a large skillet, combine all sauce ingredients. Add loaves and spoon sauce over each. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer; cook until a thermometer reads 160°, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calories, Fat 19g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 1152mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 32g protein.
HEALTHY MINI CHEESY MEATLOAVES
We sneak spinach and cilantro into these beef-and-turkey loaves with a tomato-and-Cheddar topping.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine the spinach, cilantro and garlic in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Transfer to a medium bowl. Add the ground beef, ground turkey, milk, breadcrumbs, chili powder, egg, 2 teaspoons of the Worcestershire, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Combine the mixture well with your hands.
- Whisk the vinegar and the remaining 2 teaspoons Worcestershire together. Divide and pat the meat mixture evenly into four 1-inch-thick football shapes. Arrange on the prepared baking sheet. Top each meatloaf with 3 slices of tomato and drizzle with some of the vinegar-Worcestershire sauce. Bake until the meatloaves reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, 18 to 20 minutes. Drizzle with more vinegar-Worcestershire sauce and top each with the Cheddar and continue to bake until the cheese is melted, about 2 minutes more. Blot the bottom of each meatloaf on a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Serve with a salad if you?d like.
MINI MEATLOAVES
Quick and easy to make. A family favorite. The ketchup and brown sugar give these loaves a tangy flavor.
Provided by Tonya Swope
Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatloaf Recipes Beef Meatloaf Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, combine the egg, milk, cheese, oats and salt. Add the ground beef, mixing well, and form this mixture into eight miniature meatloaves. Place these in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a separate small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar and mustard. Stir thoroughly and spread over each meatloaf.
- Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.9 calories, Carbohydrate 16.6 g, Cholesterol 73.9 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 656 mg, Sugar 12.5 g
CHEESY MINI-MEATLOAVES
This is a nice twist on the normal meatloaf recipes.. 8 mini meatloaves with a yummy sauce!! I have made this several times and recently added fresh mushrooms to meat mixture before shaping into loaves and it was fantastic... endless possibilities!
Provided by AnnaMarieCooking
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 55m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Beat egg and milk together.
- Add cheese, oats, onion, salt, & pepper to milk/egg mixture.
- Mix in ground beef with your hands until all ingredients are incorporated well.
- Shape into 8 loaves and place into a greased 9x13 pan.
- Mix all sauce ingredients together and spoon over loaves.
- You may want to make extra sauce for after its done cooking!
- Place in 350 degree oven, uncovered, for 45 minutes.
MAKE-AHEAD CHEESY BACON MINI MEATLOAVES
Keep these Make-Ahead Cheesy Bacon Mini Meatloaves in the freezer for mealtime emergencies. Our bacon mini meatloaves are great for weeknights.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Cheese
Time 55m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Whisk eggs and milk in large bowl until blended. Add all remaining ingredients except bacon; mix lightly. Shape into 6 (1-inch-thick) patties; wrap bacon slice around edge of each patty.
- Wrap individually in plastic wrap; place in freezer-weight resealable plastic bag. Seal bag. Freeze up to 3 months.
- Heat oven to 375ºF. Unwrap frozen patties; place on rimmed baking sheet sprayed with cooking spray. Bake 40 to 45 min. or until done (160ºF).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Sodium 940 mg, Carbohydrate 30 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 9 g, Protein 28 g
CHEESY MINI MEATLOAVES WITH SALSA
Try something new when you make these Cheesy Mini Meatloaves with Salsa. These Cheesy Mini Meatloaves with Salsa are meatloaves with a taco twist!
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400ºF.
- Mix first 4 ingredients with 1 cup cheese and 1/2 cup salsa just until blended.
- Press into 12 muffin cups sprayed with cooking spray. Use back of spoon to make indentation in center of each mini meatloaf. Place muffin pan on foil-covered baking sheet.
- Bake 20 to 25 min. or until meatloaves are done (160°F). Top with remaining salsa and cheese; bake 3 min. or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Sodium 560 mg, Carbohydrate 10 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, Protein 19 g
CHEESY MEAT LOAF MINIS
Little mini-meatloaves.....cooked on a broiler pan so the fat runs out. Stuffed with diced white cheddar cheese...Yum!
Provided by breezermom
Categories Meatloaf
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- Heat a skillet over medium high heat. Add fresh breadcrumbs, cook 3 minutes or until toasted, stirring frequently.
- While the breadcrumbs cook, heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Coat the pan with cooking spray. Add the onion and garlic; saute 3 minutes.
- Combine onion mixture, breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup ketchup, and remaining ingredients. Shape into 6 (4x2 inch) loaves; place on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray. Bake for 15 minutes at 425 degrees. After 15 minutes, spoon the glaze evenly over each meatloaf. Bake an additional 10 minutes until done.
LI'L CHEDDAR MEAT LOAVES
I got this recipe from my aunt when I was a teen and have made these miniature loaves many times since. My husband and three children count this main dish among their favorites. -Kathy Bowron, Cocolalla, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk egg and milk. Stir in the cheese, oats, onion and salt. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 8 loaves; place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar and mustard; spoon over loaves. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 547mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
Tips:
- Use a combination of ground beef and ground pork for a richer flavor.
- Add some chopped vegetables, such as onion, celery, and carrots, to the meatloaf mixture for added nutrition and flavor.
- Season the meatloaf mixture generously with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices.
- Use a muffin tin to make individual mini meatloaves. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from falling apart.
- Bake the mini meatloaves at a high temperature for a short amount of time. This will help them to brown and develop a crispy crust.
- Serve the mini meatloaves with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, green beans, or a salad.
Conclusion:
Mini cheesy meatloaf is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover meatloaf. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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