Not Your Mom's Meatloaf . . .
My family -- especially the kids --- loves anything that has a Mexican "theme" to it, for dinner.
My family -- especially the kids --- loves anything that has a Mexican "theme" to it, for dinner.
Maybe it is that they absolutely love "queso"? I mean, LOVE. Though, I don't really serve that at home, and that isn't part of this meal. I digress.
These Meatloaf Mexi-Muffins are easy, a little more fun than your Mom's meatloaf of yesteryear, and they take a lot less time to cook, too. Bonus: they are 21 Day Fix-approved!
Meatloaf Mexi-Muffins
2 lb. lean ground beef
2 eggs
2 tbsp. chili powder
4 tsp. ground cumin
1 tsp. onion powder
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. oregano
1 tsp. smoked paprika
Pink Himalayan salt, as desired
1/2 cup organic or fresh salsa
1/2 cup (two blue containers) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
And, 1-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (for Meatloaf Mexi-Muffin topping)
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Mix all ingredients -- EXCEPT for the 1-1/2 cups cheese -- well by hand or in a KitchenAid stand mixer until just combined.
Spray muffin pan with coconut oil (I love Trader Joe's brand) cooking spray. Divide meatloaf mixture into 8 portions (I used my red container to do this), shape into balls, and plop into your prepared muffin pan.
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Bake in the oven for 25 minutes. Remove from oven, and top evenly with the remaining shredded cheese. Bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
Serve with your choice of reduced-fat sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt), and fresh avocado.
Enjoy!
(21 Day Fixers: Each Meatloaf Mexi-Muffin = 1 red and 1 blue container.)
*If you are feeling extra-daring when preparing these for your family, finely mince an onion and a red pepper and toss them into the meatloaf mixture as well -- a few added veggies never hurt anyone!
**I may also try adding finely-crushed whole-wheat tortilla chips to these too the next time I make them.
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ALL THE BEST,
What is the serving size and what containers?
ReplyDelete(21 Day Fixers: Each Meatloaf Mexi-Muffin = 1 red and 1 blue container.)
DeleteThese seem like a tasty idea! Did you use a regular 12 muffin tin or the larger muffin pan?
ReplyDeleteI used a regular muffin tin. Good luck!
DeleteI'm in the process of making these, but if I only made 8 regular sized muffins they would be toppling over. Am I doing something wrong?
ReplyDeleteSame here. I filled 12 muffin cups and still had enough to make 6 meatballs
DeleteSame here. I filled 12 muffin cups and still had enough to make 6 meatballs
DeleteI see that you have potatoes as a side. Are those red potatoes and do you have a recipe for them? Thank you!
ReplyDeleteI see that you have potatoes as a side. Are those red potatoes and do you have a recipe for them? Thank you!
ReplyDeleteHello! I simply roasted then in the oven with a little olive oil, and some salt, pepper, and other spices. :)
DeleteIs a serving just one muffin (21 day fixer here) :)
ReplyDeleteOMG!! These were the best meatloaf muffins ever! I usually make my meatloaf cupcakes with a bunch of sugar and other processed garbage so I wasn't sure how they would go over with the family but they were a huge hit! I served them with Roasted Potatoes with Olive Oil and Cilantro and it came out amazing! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe!!
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Have you ever froze them?
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