β¨ Introduction
These Mini Meatloafs π₯π§π₯ are savory, cheesy, and baked on a bed of creamy mashed potatoes. A comforting and hearty meal for ftour or family dinners π½οΈβ¨.
π§ Ingredients
- π 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- π ΒΌ cup breadcrumbs
- π₯ 1 egg
- πΏ 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- π₯ 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- π 1 cup tomato sauce
- π§ 4 cups mashed potatoes
- π§ 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mix)
- π± Optional: dried herbs or paprika
π©βπ³ Instructions
- π₯ Preheat oven to 190Β°C (375Β°F). Grease a baking dish.
- π₯ Spread mashed potatoes in bottom of dish.
- π Mix meat, egg, crumbs, parsley, Worcestershire, salt, and pepper.
- π₯ Form 4 mini loaves and place on potatoes.
- π Spread tomato sauce on top of each loaf.
- π§ Sprinkle meatloaves with cheese.
- πΏ Bake for 25β30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
π Methods
- π₯¦ Use cauliflower mash for lighter option.
- π§π§ Add onions or garlic to meat mixture.
- ππ½οΈ Swap cheese with barbecue sauce or gravy topping.
- π₯ Serve with green beans or salad on the side.
π History
Inspired by American meatloaf πΊπΈ and Moroccan kefta dishes π²π¦, this recipe combines heartiness with layered comforts.
πͺ Benefits
- π Protein from ground meat
- π₯ Energy from potatoes and cheese
- πΏ Antioxidants from herbs
π¨ Formation
Serve directly in foil tray with golden topping and mashed bed πΏ. Ideal for ftour, comfort meals, or potlucks π½οΈ.
β Conclusion
Mini Meatloaf with Mashed is savory, cheesy, and cozyβa all-in-one meal for hearty appetites! ππ₯π§π₯
β€οΈ Lovers
- π¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦ Families
- π§βπ³ Comfort food fans
- π½οΈ Potato enthusiasts
- π§ Cheese lovers
- π Dinner hosts