BBQ Meat Loaf Minis Recipe

By PatN

Ingredients

• 1 package (6 ounces) stuffing mix
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons hickory smoke-flavored barbecue sauce
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
• Additional hickory smoke-flavored barbecue sauce, optional

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine stuffing mix, water and 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Place 1/3 cup mixture into each of 12 ungreased muffin cups, pressing lightly.

Bake, uncovered, 18-22 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Sprinkle tops with cheese; bake 2-4 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. If desired, serve with additional barbecue sauce.
Yield: 6 servings.