Bacon-Topped Mini Meat Loaves

By carvalhohm2

Ingredients

• 5 bacon strips
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 1/3 cup 2% milk
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1 medium green pepper, chopped
• 3/4 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers
• 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
• 1 medium red onion, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1-1/2 pounds ground turkey or beef
• 1/4 cup ketchup

Preparation

Step 1

Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until partially cooked but not crisp. Drain on paper towels; set aside.

Combine the egg, milk, Worcestershire sauce, carrots, green pepper, crackers, 1/2 cup cheese, onion and seasonings in a large bowl. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well.

Shape into five loaves. Arrange around the edge of a microwave-safe deep-dish pie plate; top each with a strip of bacon.

Cover and microwave on high for 8-10 minutes or until meat is no longer pink and a meat thermometer reads 160°. Spread ketchup over tops and sprinkle with remaining cheese. Let stand for 5 minutes.

Yield: 5 servings.