Cheesy Stuffed Meatloaf Bites (Print Version)
Bite-sized beef packed with melting cheese, baked until tender and topped with a savory glaze.
# Ingredients:
→ Meatloaf Mixture
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450 g ground beef
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60 g breadcrumbs
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60 ml milk
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1 large egg
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon salt
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0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
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120 g ketchup, divided
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1 tablespoon prepared mustard
→ Filling & Garnish
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85–115 g cheddar or mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes
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Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 190°C and lightly grease a mini muffin tin to prevent sticking.
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In a large bowl, thoroughly combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, garlic, salt, black pepper, Worcestershire sauce, 60 g of the ketchup, and mustard using clean hands or a sturdy spoon until the mixture is uniform.
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Portion approximately 30 g of meat mixture, flatten it in your palm, place a cheese cube in the center, and encase the cheese by rolling into a ball. Transfer each ball to the prepared muffin tin cup.
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Mix the remaining ketchup (60 g) with a small amount of mustard. Spoon a thin layer of this sauce over each meatloaf bite.
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Bake in the center of the oven for 18 to 22 minutes until the meat is browned and cooked through. Confirm an internal temperature of 71°C for doneness.
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Allow the meatloaf bites to cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Remove carefully and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm.
# Notes:
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Ensure all meatloaf bites are uniform in size to promote even cooking.