MINI MEATLOAF RECIPE | Small Batch Meat Loaf Recipe

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork may be more affordable.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is a cost-effective substitute.

ketchup

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato sauce

💰Cheaper: store-brand ketchup

Homemade sauce can be healthier, while store-brand ketchup is usually cheaper.

breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide more fiber, while crushed crackers can be less expensive.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Finely chop the carrots, celery, onion, and bell pepper.

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped vegetables, breadcrumbs, eggs, and milk.

Add parsley, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning to the mixture.

Mix the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.

Divide the mixture into small loaves and place them in a greased baking dish.

Spread additional ketchup on top of each loaf for extra flavor.

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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