Best 5 Mini Italian Meatloaves Recipes

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Searching for an easy and delicious meal that the whole family will enjoy? Mini Italian meatloaves are an excellent option! These individual-sized meatloaves are a flavorful and hearty dish that can be made with simple ingredients and cooked in just over an hour. With a combination of ground beef, Italian sausage, and a mix of herbs and spices, these mini meatloaves are bursting with flavor.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

MINI ITALIAN MEATLOAVES



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Baking mouthwatering meatloaf mixture in muffin cups cuts cooking time in a family favorite.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lb extra-lean (at least 90%) ground beef
1/2 cup Progresso™ Italian-style dry bread crumbs
1/2 cup pepperoni-flavored pizza sauce (from 14-oz jar)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 egg
1/4 cup shredded Italian-style six-cheese blend or mozzarella cheese (1 oz)
Additional pizza sauce, heated, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, mix all ingredients except cheese and additional pizza sauce. Press beef mixture into 12 regular-size muffin cups (cups will be very full). Place muffin pan on cookie sheet in oven to catch any spillover.
  • Bake about 30 minutes or until loaves are no longer pink in center and meat thermometer inserted in center of loaves in middle of muffin pan reads 160°F.
  • Sprinkle 1 teaspoon cheese over each loaf. Bake 1 to 2 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Immediately remove from cups. Serve with pizza sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 430 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1/2 g

ITALIAN TURKEY MINI MEATLOAVES



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Make and share this Italian Turkey Mini Meatloaves recipe from Food.com.

Provided by anme7039

Categories     Poultry

Time 25m

Yield 6 mini loafs, 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb lean ground turkey breast
1 small onion, diced
1/2-1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1/3 cup spaghetti sauce, plus
2 tablespoons spaghetti sauce
1 egg
3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
4 tablespoons Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
2 teaspoons italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F and spray a 6-cup muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
  • mix the ground turkey, diced onion, 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese, 1/3 cup spaghetti sauce, the egg, parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, and italian seasoning.
  • Place meat mmixture in muffin tins.
  • Put 2 tablespoons of remaining spaghetti sauce and sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake for 20 or until done.
  • I have also frozen the left over and re heated later with good results still.

MINI ITALIAN MEATLOAVES



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Make and share this Mini Italian Meatloaves recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 egg
1 cup milk
1/2 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
3/4 cup spaghetti sauce
shredded parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 4 ingredients.
  • Crumble beef and add to mixture; mix well.
  • Shape into 6 loaves.
  • Place in a greased 13x9 inch baking dish.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
  • Spoon spaghetti sauce over loaves.
  • Bake 15 minutes longer or until meat is done.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve.

MINI ITALIAN MEATLOAVES



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Cute, love mini food can be main dish or appetizer.

Provided by Linda Gam

Categories     Meat Appetizers

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb lean ground beef
6 oz package stove top stuffing mix
1 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
1 tsp italian seasonings
1 c water chestnuts
3/4 c spaghetti sauce
3/4 c mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Mix meat, stuffing mix, Worcestershire, Italian seasoning, and water and until well blended. Press into 12 muffin cups (or 24 mini muffin cups) sprayed with cooking spray.
  • 2. Make an indentation in center of each meatloaf with the back of a spoon; fill evenly with the spaghetti sauce.
  • 3. Bake for 30 minutes (around 15 minutes if using a mini muffin pan) or until meatloaves are done. Top evenly with the mozzarella cheese.
  • 4. Bake 3-5 more minutes or until cheese is melted
  • 5. Let meatloaves sit a couple of minutes before removing.
  • 6. Notes If you want a plain version skip the Italian seasonings and spaghetti sauce and just top with a little ketchup after removing from the oven.
  • 7. Source: Kraft http://www.the-girl-who-ate-everything.com/2013/07/mini-italian-meatloaves.html

MINI ITALIAN MEATLOAVES



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I lightened this recipe up by using ground turkey instead of ground beef. It was a hit in our home!

Provided by Jennifer Bass

Categories     Turkey

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 cupcake liners
1 large egg, beaten
1/2 c milk
1/4 c marinara sauce
1/2 c quick cooking oats
1 1/3 c itaian bread crumbs
1/2 Tbsp italian seasoning
2 clove garlic, minced
1 lb ground turkey
12 cubes of mozzarella cheese
additional marinara sauce
shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line 12 count muffin tin with cupcake liners. In a large bowl, combine the beaten egg, milk, marinara sauce, uncooked quick cooking oats, ground turkey, Italian seasoning, garlic and bread crumbs.
  • 2. Divide mixture into twelve equal portions. Insert one cheese cube into center of meat and roll in hands to form the meat around the cheese into a ball. Place into muffin tin and continue with remaining meat and cheese.
  • 3. Top with a tablespoon (more or less depending on your preference) and shredded mozzarella cheese.
  • 4. Bake uncovered on center oven rack for 25 minutes.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of meats. This will give your meatloaves a more complex flavor. Good options include ground beef, pork, lamb, and veal.
  • Don't overmix the meat. Overmixing can make the meatloaves tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Add some moisture to the meat mixture. This will help keep the meatloaves moist and juicy. Good options include bread crumbs, crackers, oats, or vegetables.
  • Season the meat mixture well. Use a variety of herbs and spices to taste. Common Italian seasonings include garlic, onion, oregano, basil, and thyme.
  • Shape the meat mixture into small loaves. Mini meatloaves are easier to cook and serve than large ones.
  • Bake the meatloaves in a hot oven. This will help them brown and cook through quickly.
  • Serve the meatloaves with your favorite sauce. Marinara sauce is a classic choice, but you can also try pesto, Alfredo, or any other sauce you like.

Conclusion:

Mini Italian meatloaves are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up leftover meat. With a little planning, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in no time.

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