Best 2 Potato Topped Mini Meatloaves Recipes

Potato topped mini meatloaves are a delightful and hearty dish that combines the best of both worlds: savory meatloaf and crispy potato topping. Made with ground beef, herbs, spices, and vegetables, these mini meatloaves are packed with flavor and umami. Topped with a layer of thinly sliced potatoes, they get golden brown and crispy during baking, creating a perfect balance of textures. Served with your favorite sides, these mini meatloaves make for a satisfying meal that is sure to please everyone at the table.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

POTATO TOPPED MINI MEATLOAVES

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Try a fun new way to serve meatloaf and mashed potatoes! Check out the time-saving tips to make this a rush hour recipe.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 pouch (4.7 oz) Betty Crocker™ roasted garlic and Cheddar mashed potatoes
Water, butter and milk called for on potato mix pouch
1 lb extra-lean (at least 90%) ground beef
1/4 cup Progresso™ Italian style bread crumbs
2 tablespoons chopped onion
2 tablespoons milk
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 egg
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Chopped fresh parsley, if desired

Steps:

Heat oven to 375°F. Place foil baking cup in each of 12 regular-size muffin cups.
In 2-quart saucepan, make potatoes as directed on pouch. Set aside. In large bowl, mix meatloaf mixture ingredients. Press about 3 tablespoons meat mixture in each muffin cup.
In small bowl, mix all sauce ingredients except parsley. Spread about 2 teaspoons sauce over meatloaf mixture in each muffin cup. Place potato mixture in decorating bag fitted with #847 or desired tip. Pipe potatoes on cupcakes.
Bake 14 to 16 minutes or until meat thermometer inserted in center of cupcake reads 160°F. Sprinkle with parsley; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 390 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

MY POTATO-TOPPED MINI MEATLOAVES

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I made these when my Mother was still alive and living in a Nursing Home. I'd bring her home on week ends and once served her these because they were easy for her to eat. Having the meat,potato's and gravy all together was easy for her to handle her fork. My family along with my Mom that has since passed loved them. I have made...

Provided by Norma DeRemer

Categories Meatloafs

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 lb lean ground beef or lean ground turkey
1 pkg (6 ounce) pepperidge farm stuffing mix or half of a 12 ounce package.
1 c water
2 Tbsp a 1 original steak sauce or your favorite brand
6 oz (3/4 of a 8 ounce package) cream cheese, cubed
3 cloves of garlic, minced
3 c hot mashed potatoes
1/4 c chopped fresh parsley
1 jar(s) (12 ounce) beef gravy, warmed

Steps:

1. Preheat your oven to 375.
2. In a large bowl, mix meat, stuffing mix, water and steak sauce.
3. Spray 12 cup muffin pan with cooking spray.
4. Evenly press mixture into each cup.
5. Place in oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until done.
6. Meanwhile mix cream cheese, garlic into the hot potatoes and stir until cream cheese is melted and stir in parsley.
7. Heat gravy in a sauce pan and set aside.
8. Remove meatloves from oven and place on a platter and place a scoop of potatoes over each meatloaf.
9. Place hot gravy in a gravy bowl.When your guest places two meatloaves on his or her plate; they can pour warm gravy over them.
10. *I served this with a mixed green salad, green beans and a glass of fat-free milk to round out the meal.

Tips:

To ensure even cooking, make sure the mini meatloaves are uniform in size.
For a crispy potato topping, use Yukon Gold or russet potatoes and slice them thinly.
To prevent the potatoes from drying out, toss them with melted butter or olive oil before baking.
For added flavor, add some herbs or spices to the potato topping, such as rosemary, thyme, or paprika.
To make sure the mini meatloaves are cooked through, insert a meat thermometer into the center of one of the meatloaves. The internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C).

Conclusion:

Potato-topped mini meatloaves are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. With their savory meatloaf filling and crispy potato topping, these mini meatloaves are sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give potato-topped mini meatloaves a try. You won't be disappointed!