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cheesy mini taco meatloaves

(3 ratings)
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Recipe by
Diane Atherton
@DeeDee2011
PINE MOUNTAIN, GA

Meatloaf meets Taco!! This is a simple, tasty and wonderful way to make meatloaf and should be a hit with just about every member of the family; big or small! Freeze the leftovers in serving size packages. Inspired from Kraft Foods "Cheesy Salsa-Mini Meatloaves". Hope you enjoy! My photo's

(3 ratings)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For cheesy mini taco meatloaves

  • 1 lb
    lean ground beef
  • 1/3 to 1/2 c
    onion, chopped fine
  • 13 to 15
    soda crackers, crushed
  • 1 c
    chuncky salsa, your favorite
  • 1 1/2 c
    cheese, shredded (i used cheddar and pepper jack) a mexican cheese blend would be a good choice as well
  • 1 to 2 Tbsp
    taco seasoning mix
  • salt and pepper to taste

How To Make cheesy mini taco meatloaves

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • 2
    Combine ground beef, onion, crackers, taco seasoning, salt & pepper with 1 cup cheese and 1/2 cup salsa. Mix it up as you would a meatloaf.
  • 3
    Divide meat mixture into 12 equal pieces. Press in to 12 muffin cups that have been sprayed with a cooking oil such as PAM. Make an intention on each piece with the back of a spoon.
  • 4
    Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until meatloaves are done. Top with remaining salsa and cheese; bake an additonal 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  • 5
    Serve with spanish rice, pinto beans and a slice of cornbread.
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