Mexican Style Meatloaf Minis
Recipe: #7420
April 27, 2012
Categories: Ground Beef, Garlic, Mexican Brunch, Cinco de Mayo, Oven Bake, more
"These are delicious and look so lovely on your plate. This was originally a Kraft recipe with some modification by me. I have made this recipe using lean ground chicken - excellent."
Original is 3-6 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (324 g)
- Calories 581.2
- Total Fat - 37.2 g
- Saturated Fat - 12.8 g
- Cholesterol - 179.3 mg
- Sodium - 662.5 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 6.6 g
- Dietary Fiber - 1 g
- Sugars - 1 g
- Protein - 52 g
- Calcium - 194 mg
- Iron - 5.4 mg
- Vitamin C - 0.8 mg
- Thiamin - 0.1 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Mix together the meat, stuffing mix, water, garlic and chili powder
Step 2
Press into 6 large muffin tins lightly sprayed with oil
Step 3
Make an indentation in center of each fill with salsa
Step 4
Bake in pre-heated 375f oven for 30 minutes or until done, sprinkle on chesse and continue baking for another 5 minutes ot until the cheese has melted. A larger appetite will enjoy two, normal apptite one is enough
Tips
- Large Muffin tin (holds 6)
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When selecting ground beef, choose extra-lean to reduce fat and calories.
- For a spicier meatloaf, you can use a spicier salsa or add additional chili powder.
- Substitute ground chicken for the extra lean ground beef. This substitution will make the dish leaner and healthier, while still providing a flavorful and satisfying meal.
- Substitute salsa verde for the salsa. This substitution will add a unique flavor to the dish and give it a bit of a kick.
Italian Style Meatloaf Minis Replace the chili powder with Italian seasoning, the salsa with marinara sauce, and the cheddar cheese with mozzarella cheese.
Italian Style Meatloaf with Feta Cheese Replace the chili powder with Italian seasoning, the salsa with marinara sauce, and the cheddar cheese with feta cheese. Top with chopped parsley and a drizzle of olive oil before serving.
Mexican-Style Rice: This Mexican-Style Rice is a delicious and flavorful side dish that pairs perfectly with the Mexican Style Meatloaf Minis. It is made with white rice, tomatoes, onion, garlic, and spices cooked in chicken broth for a flavorful and aromatic dish.
Black Bean and Corn Salad: This Black Bean and Corn Salad is a perfect side dish to pair with the Mexican-Style Rice. It is made with black beans, corn, bell peppers, onion, cilantro, and a delicious lime-cumin vinaigrette. The combination of flavors is light, refreshing, and adds a great contrast to the Mexican-Style Rice.
FAQ
Q: How long does it take to bake the Mexican Style Meatloaf Minis?
A: It takes 30 minutes to bake the Mexican Style Meatloaf Minis. After that, you can sprinkle the cheese and continue baking for another 5 minutes or until the cheese has melted.
Q: Is Mexican Style Meatloaf Minis a healthy meal?
A: Yes, Mexican Style Meatloaf Minis is a healthy meal. It is made with lean ground beef, vegetables, and spices, and contains no added sugar or unhealthy fats. Additionally, it is low in calories and high in protein.
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Fun facts:
The chili powder used in this recipe is a common ingredient in Mexican cuisine. It is believed to have been introduced to Mexico by the Spanish during the 16th century.
This recipe is similar to a dish made famous by the late American celebrity chef, Julia Child. Her recipe for Beef Bourguignon featured a meatloaf made with ground beef, stuffing, and spices.