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Mini Meatloaves

This mini meatloaf recipe is a wholesome take on old-fashioned meatloaf made with breadcrumbs and homemade ketchup. It's the perfect recipe if you're craving meatloaf on a busy weeknight! 
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 3 mini meatloaves

Ingredients
  

Meatloaf

  • 1/2 lb ground hamburger
  • 1/2 of a yellow onion diced finely
  • 1 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or all-purpose flour)
  • 1 Tbsp raw honey
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste

Sauce

  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tsp raw honey

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly grease a meatloaf pan, or pan with a grid, with avocado oil (or olive oil or butter).
  • In a large mixing bowl, add all the meatloaf ingredients and mix until completely combined.
  • Divide the mixture into three even parts and shape each one into a mini loaf with your hands or a fork on the greased pan. Set aside.
  • In a smaller mixing bowl, mix all sauce ingredients until evenly combined.
  • Divide the sauce into three parts and spread it on the tops of the mini loaves.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes until completely cooked.

Notes

Storing Leftovers

Store cooled-down leftovers in a glass airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. I recommend eating leftover meat within 2 days for the best flavor. 

Freezing Meatloaf

You can also freeze meatloaf instead of refrigerating it. This is how we store our leftovers to make sure they have the best flavor. To do this, place cooled-down meatloaf in a freezer-safe container for 2-3 months.
If you'd like to shape the meatloaves then freeze them uncooked they'll last 3-4 months in the freezer.

Reheating Instructions

To reheat, place refrigerated or frozen meatloaf on a parchment-lined baking sheet and warm in the oven at 375 degrees.
This will take about 10 minutes if refrigerated or 15-20 minutes if frozen. Heat until a desired temperature.
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