Marvelous Mini Meatloaves

This is a nice twist on an old classic--one that I NEVER make because a big slab of meatloaf doesn't appeal to me. But this makes it more manageable and cuts the cooking time in half. Plus, the kids think they are fun because they are mini and you can make different flavors for them to chose from. Here's what the recipe calls for...

1 lb. ground beef
1 6 oz. package of stove top or other brand stuffing mix
1 C. water.

1. Preheat oven to 375. Mix meat, stuffing mix and it's seasonings package (if separate) and water. Press evenly into 12 medium muffin cups sprayed with cooking spray; make an indentation in center of each with back of spoon.
2. In center of each mini meatloaf you can add one of the following add-ins: (add cheese at end of baking time)

for Italian flavor: dash of italian seasoning, spoon of spaghetti sauce// Mozzarella cheese

for Fiest flavor: dash of chili powder and spoon of salsa// Shredded Colby Jack cheese

for Mediterranean flavor: dash oregano and spoon of chopped roasted red peppers// Crumbled Feta Cheese

for BBQ flavor: dash garlic, spoon of BBQ sauce// Shredded Cheddar cheese

Bake for 30 min or until loaves are cooked through. Top evenly with cheese and continue baking until cheese is melted. Let stand 10 min. before serving.

Mine came out a little too dry and dense, so I recommend using only half the package of stuffing mix instead of entire package, and make sure you don't over bake them. We ate the Italian and BBQ flavors but didn't try the others. I served them with mashed potatoes and gravy and steamed green beans on the side.