Meatloaf in a Muffin Tin?

Yep, you read the title right. I found a great recipe for meatloaf and only changed one thing-the seasoning packet. I didn't have Onion Soup mix so I substituted McCormicks Meatloaf Seasoning Packet).

It comes in perfect portion sizes, so that you don't mysteriously "forget" about eating that second piece of meatloaf (only 6 points/muffin).

Since I put the recipe in muffin tins, the cooking time only required about 30 minutes as opposed to a regular meatloaf of about two hours. I had so much left overs, I was able to freeze two whole batches for future meals. This was perfect for me since cooking is NOT my favorite thing to do.

I also tried a batch on my parents. And you have to know that both loved it, especially my dad. So this recipe works with everyone in the family including granddads : )

Here's where I found the recipe: Simple Nourished Living

Ingredients

• 2 pounds extra lean ground beef (7% fat or less)
• ¾ cup quick cooking oats
• 4 egg whites
• ¾ cup diced tomatoes with juice
• ⅓ cup ketchup
• 1 ounce envelope of dry Lipton Onion Soup mix (McCormicks Meatloaf Seasoning Packet)
• ½ cup chopped green pepper, optional
• extra ketchup for brushing on top, optional

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. In a large bowl, mix all ingredients, except the extra ketchup, and mix well.
3. Divide the mixture into 8 even portions and form these into balls. Lightly press the balls into 8 cups of a standard 12-cup muffin tin.
4. Brush the tops of the “muffins” with ketchup, if desired.
5. Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes or until the tops have browned and the meat loaves have cooked through.
6. Remove from the oven and serve.