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Mini Tex-Mex Meatloaf

Mini Tex-Mex Meatloaf

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  • 6

    Servings

  • 20 minutes

    Cook Time

  • Rating

Add a tex-mex spin to traditional meatloaf with our recipe for Mini Tex-Mex Meatloaf. Each mini loaf is bursting with classic tex-mex flavors like chunky salsa, fresh cilantro, spicy chili powder and warm cumin. This recipe is a fun way to spice up a classic for a yummy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

  • Meatloaves

  • 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 3/4 cup Quaker® Oats (quick or old fashioned, uncooked)
  • 1/2 cup mild chunky salsa
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
  • Toppings

  • 3/4 cup mild chunky salsa
  • 3/4 cup (3 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese

Cooking Instructions

  • Heat oven to 400ºF.
  • For meatloaves, combine all ingredients in large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly.
  • Using a muffin tin, press approximately 1/3 cup beef mixture into each of 12 medium muffin cups.
  • Bake 15 to 20 minutes to medium (160°) doneness until not pink in center and juices show no pink color.
  • Remove meatloaves from oven.
  • Top each meatloaf with 1 tablespoon salsa and 1 tablespoon cheese.
  • Return to oven; continue baking 3 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  • Use narrow metal spatula or knife to loosen and then lift meatloaves from pan.

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