Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1 unit

nonstick cooking spray

1 cup

butter flavored cracker

crumbled

1 cup

oats

15 ounce

ground chuck

15 ounce

ground pork

0.67 cup

onion

diced

0.67 cup

whole milk

0.5 cup

fresh parsley

chopped

0.5 cup

celery

diced

0.33 cup

ketchup

0.25 cup

green pepper

diced

2 tbsp

Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp

kosher salt

1 tsp

fresh ground black pepper

1 tsp

paprika

1 tsp

yellow mustard

0.5 tsp

dried marjoram

0.5 tsp

dried thyme

0.5 tsp

seasoning salt

2 unit

eggs

lightly beaten

2 lbs

potatoes

peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces

1 pinch

salt

2 tbsp

milk

2 tbsp

sour cream

2 ounce

unsalted butter

softened

1 pinch

fresh ground black pepper

1 unit

your favorite gravy

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2
~4 min

Grease a muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 3
~4 min

In a medium bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, oats, and milk and allow to soften.

Step 4
~4 min

In a large bowl, combine the ground chuck, ground pork, onions, parsley, celery, ketchup, green peppers, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, paprika, mustard, marjoram, thyme, seasoned salt, and eggs.

Step 5
~4 min

Add the oats mixture to the meat mixture and mix well, but do not over-mix.

Step 6
~4 min

Portion the meat mixture into eight 8-ounce cupcakes and place into the prepared muffin pan.

Step 7
~4 min

Smooth the tops of each portion.

Step 8
~4 min

Bake until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F, about 30 minutes.

Step 9
~4 min

Unmold and set on paper towels to absorb any additional liquid.

Step 10
~4 min

Peel the potatoes and cut into 1-inch pieces.

Step 11
~4 min

Place in a pot covered with cold salted water and bring to a boil.

Step 12
~4 min

Cook until the potatoes are fork tender, 15 to 20 minutes.

Step 13
~4 min

Drain well.

Step 14
~4 min

Place the potatoes, milk, sour cream, and butter in a mixing bowl and mash until smooth.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 15
~4 min

Season with salt and pepper.

Step 16
~4 min

Using ice cream scoop, scoop the potatoes on top of a meatloaf cupcake.

Step 17
~4 min

Serve with your favorite gravy.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Do not overmix the meatloaf mixture for a more tender result.

Use an ice cream scoop for uniform mashed potato toppings.

Let the meatloaf rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to retain juices.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The meatloaf mixture can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of green beans or roasted vegetables.

Accompany with a fresh green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green Bean Casserole
Corn on the Cob

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, often associated with family meals.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Holiday Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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