Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (2024)

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (1)

kgkitsune

Rating: 5 stars

06/15/2021

I've been making this recipe for years, it is a favorite. I shred the cheddar so it doesn't melt all over my pan in clump.
Leftovers are great for omelets, fries rice, noodles, and even sandwiches.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (2)

Poppop

Rating: 5 stars

04/01/2017

I made this and it is a great recipe! Even meatloaf haters will love it!!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (3)

gkd1029

Rating: 3 stars

01/15/2017

These were easy and the flavor was good. They didn't hold together that well though and the cheese ran out everywhere.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (4)

hollysing

Rating: 4 stars

07/09/2016

I must have done something wrong, because there was more cheese on the baking sheet than in the loaves. Good flavor. Bake 25 minutes only!! Rest 5 minutes only or they dry out. BBQ sauce on the top worked well.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (5)

ana

Rating: 5 stars

04/03/2016

Love it! I didn't add horseradish

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (6)

Elizaheet

Rating: 5 stars

03/15/2016

This is a great recipe and everyone in the family enjoyed it, kids included. I added some shaved carrot as well to get some more veggies in. I've made it both toasting the breadcrumbs and precooking the onion and not. It doesn't make a big difference, so you can save time by just adding store bought bread crumbs and raw onion and garlic.

My husband was shocked that the ground beef was 90/10 and there was no sausage. yet there is so much flavor and juice.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (7)

gourmetontherun

Rating: 5 stars

01/23/2016

I have been making these little meat loaves for years and wanted to share how wonderful they are. I use lean ground turkey and find that they freeze well (save the ketchup topping for just before you cook them). Neither of us has ever been real fond of meat loaf, but this recipe has changed our minds.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (8)

Shushka

Rating: 5 stars

09/30/2014

The best meatloaf I've ever made! Even though I used very lean beef, it remained moist and flavorful. This will definitely be one of my go-to meals!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (9)

katwill

Rating: 5 stars

05/29/2014

Absolutely love this receipe. This is great for the whole family, even my 2 boys who are somewhat picky eaters love this meatloaf. I didn't alter the receipe in anyway, made it exactly how it calls for. I've made this a few times already and it will be a permenant choice in my meal planning.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (10)

tpetricini

Rating: 5 stars

05/28/2014

These were really delicious. I substituted regular sharp cheddar, but they were still awesome. I won't save this recipe, because it doesn't beat the microwaveable Everyday Meatloaf, but it was certainly enjoyable!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (11)

Purgers

Rating: 5 stars

04/30/2014

Absolutely wonderful.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (12)

purplem0nkey

Rating: 4 stars

04/28/2014

Good moist meatloaf recipes. Skipped the horseradish and tasted fine. I used cracker barrel sharp white cheddar cut into 1/4" cubes and it didn't melt much, just soften cheese cubes. Next time I will diced it finer or use mozzarella.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (13)

Laura56

Rating: 5 stars

03/31/2014

Amazing recipe! I swapped venison for the sirloin and panko beucase i didn;t have fresh bread on hand. Turned out amazing and my fiance raved! I will make these again and freeze extra!!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (14)

jhardy

Rating: 5 stars

01/28/2014

This meatloaf was excellent! Didn't change anything in the recipe (although I did eyeball or approximate most ingredients). Was flavorful and moist. We'll definitely have this again.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (15)

scjscjscj

Rating: 5 stars

10/27/2013

Yum. I skipped the horseradish since I didn't have any. I think I cut the cheeses too large, it melted out while cooking. It was still tasty though.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (16)

frankspauline

Rating: 5 stars

09/16/2013

I've made this several times. Delicious! I don't add the ketchup on top, and I use ground chicken or turkey instead beef. I'm on WW, so love that these are delicious, filling, and (fairly) low-cal. I freeze the extras--perfect for a quick dinner as long as I remember to put in fridge in the a.m.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (17)

Penny1

Rating: 5 stars

05/30/2013

This was delicious. I also used panko cumbs since that's what I had on hand. Loved the flavors and so moist. I served with mashed potatoes and gravy and salad. Great, easy weeknight dinner.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (18)

charlielawrence

Rating: 5 stars

05/28/2013

Fabulous - I haven't eaten meatloaf in abut 20 years because my mother's version was sooooooooooooo bland and I assumed that's just how meatloaf is. I like really flavorful food and bland food is not even worth eating for me. My hubby loves meatloaf so I finally caved and let him make this. I loved it. Can't wait for the leftovers and we'll def make it again.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (19)

daneanp

Rating: 4 stars

04/23/2013

Very tasty. I just made a regular sized meat loaf vs. the individual loafs, cooking at 425 for 45 minutes, rest for 5 minutes. DH used the last of the horseraddish before I got to it so I substituted wasabi and it was great! The white cheddar really makes it. Served with mashed potatoes and steamed broccoli.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (20)

parsonm1

Rating: 5 stars

04/10/2013

Awesome!!! This was my first time making meat loaf and it was so easy! I used panko crumbs in stead of bread crumbs. I probably would add slightly more cheese next time, but overall it was delicious. Made it with mashed potatoes and gravy. Can't wait to make this again!!!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (21)

ckdexterhaven11

Rating: 5 stars

04/03/2013

One of my favorite CL recipes, make it all the time.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (22)

JulieRae97

Rating: 5 stars

04/01/2013

So quick and easy! Tasted great too!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (23)

K9andCat

Rating: 5 stars

03/17/2013

These were so easy and flavorful! Definitely adding to regular round-up.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (24)

WendyKO

Rating: 5 stars

03/12/2013

Easy and tasty. My kid didn't notice the horseradish, so I would keep it in.

Rating: 4 stars

03/05/2013

These were so easy and delicious. Everyone from 10-month old baby to 3-year-old to husband enjoyed. I loved how there were 6 little meat loafs as opposed to one big one for portion control. I served with roasted asparagus and mashed potatoes.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (26)

Bentobochs

Rating: 5 stars

03/01/2013

Made last night with steamed asparagus on the side. Was delicious. I'd make this again.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (27)

PeggyO

Rating: 5 stars

02/28/2013

A big hit! I made the recipe exactly as written...I think the horseradish adds a great kick. I will shred the cheese next time, to hopefully prevent all of the melting/oozing I had with the diced cheese. This recipe is a keeper!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (28)

KHinman

Rating: 5 stars

02/27/2013

This recipe is fantastic! We recently went to Maine to visit my husband's family and came back with a lot of venison. I have made it both with venison and exactly as the recipe says. Both were great! Would highly recommend!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (29)

momof3m

Rating: 5 stars

02/26/2013

my family really likes this recipe - i have done it with and without the horseradish - the kids preferred it without - so that is how i will make it - that was the only change.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (30)

JustUs3

Rating: 3 stars

02/11/2013

I'm not sure why I didn't love this as much as the other reviewers... it was just o.k. Flavors didn't really come together and I followed recipe to a T. Loaves were dense and a little dry (even despite the cheese). I will take away the "mini" part - genius, really!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (31)

WMphillips

Rating: 5 stars

01/26/2013

Sometimes I use ground lamb and sharp white cheddar, but this recipes needs nothing! It's phenomenal, I get so many compliments. I even had a friend offer to trade me ANYTHING IN THE WORLD for my "secret meatloaf recipe" I never had the heart to tell him it was a,CL recipe!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (32)

hotkimchi

Rating: 5 stars

01/24/2013

I love this recipe!!! I have been making them for over a year now, and haven't changed a thing with the recipe.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (33)

jmmmjm

Rating: 5 stars

01/09/2013

Absolutely delicious! The ingredients complement one another beautifully to create a very savory meal. Don't skip the horseradish as it adds a little zing to the meatloaves without being strong. A true family favorite!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (34)

nicccolettte

Rating: 4 stars

12/11/2012

These were great. Quick and easy to make and were a hit with the family. Will definitely make again!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (35)

Jaymie

Rating: 5 stars

12/02/2012

I normally hate meatloaf but I really liked this recipe! Very easy to make and delicious.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (36)

thevickster505

Rating: 5 stars

11/28/2012

So easy and absolutely wonderful. This is now our go to meatloaf. Cheese makes it but not too much to over power. AWESOME

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (37)

ilikeorange

Rating: 5 stars

11/17/2012

Heavenly!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (38)

LeiaC83

Rating: 5 stars

11/16/2012

I made the recipe exactly as written and it was delicious! I think next time I'll use a bit less onion, but it was so good just as it was. Both of my kids loved it, and my really picky husband ate 2!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (39)

spenderluke

Rating: 3 stars

10/31/2012

This is a great recipe and easy to make for a quick week night meal. My husband loves cheese in anything. This with a side of mashed potatoes is one of his favorites.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (40)

erikisst88

Rating: 4 stars

10/21/2012

I've never made meatloaf before because I think it's gross BUT for some reason I thought this sounded good so I tried it - to my surprise it was really great! I changed a few things to fit what I had on had. Instead of ketchup I used Cooking Light recipe New York Style Pizza Sauce and feta instead of cheddar. I have a mini loaf pan and used that to help the loaves keep their shape. Truly an easy weeknight meal - will for sure make again!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (41)

stacylynn

Rating: 5 stars

10/03/2012

This was one of the best meatloaf recipes we've tried. I was afraid the cheese would be an issue while cooking on the broiler pan, but it remained in the loaf like it should. The only change I made in this recipe was to increase ingredients for additional servings (6 is a really odd number) & I used plain breadcrumbs instead of adding the extra step of making fresh ones & then toasting them (unnecessary complications). They turned out moist & got the approval of my boys, so I'll definitely do these again. 2nd note: prepped 2nd time with extra sharp cheddar, but most of this did ooze out during cooking; will stick with white cheddar which doesn't seem to melt as much.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (42)

Kells80s

Rating: 5 stars

08/07/2012

This recipe is outstanding even with the horseradish. I used less than what the recipe called for. My 7 year old daughter has not liked a meatloaf I've cook and I've tried several meatloaf recipes, even the brown sugar one. She loved this and even asked for more. I'll be making this on a regular basis for the family.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (43)

minihorse93

Rating: 5 stars

07/15/2012

We made this exactly as it is written and LOVED it; does not taste low cal at all!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (44)

Ashloves2eat

Rating: 5 stars

04/23/2012

this recipe is a new favorite in our household. I've made this ahead of time in the morning and keep it covered in the fridge until time to cook. Since we are big mushroom fans in our household, it nice to add some sliced baby bellas into the mix. I was a little hesitant about using the horseradish but it's the perfect addition to the combination of flavors.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (45)

anthemfamily

Rating: 5 stars

04/01/2012

This is great, have served it for family and company. Everyone is so suprised to find out it is light.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (46)

LolaBridgit

Rating: 5 stars

03/14/2012

BEST EVER! Turned my husband and kids into meatloaf lovers - I would recommend to double the recipe because once you taste, you can't get enough!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (47)

Kelclsub

Rating: 5 stars

03/04/2012

Loved it!! We are thinking of experimenting with different cheeses :)

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (48)

MaryKayD

Rating: 5 stars

02/28/2012

turned out great, did one big loaf, replaced beef with ground turkey breast, added spinach, corn, lots of garlic. made great left over sandwiches for next night, kids loved it!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (49)

steponme

Rating: 5 stars

02/24/2012

These were delicious. My adult daughter loved the idea of having her own personal mini meat loaf. I couldn't find white cheddar, so i used a low fat cheddar/jack cheese crumble mix that I found in the deli section. Served with garlic mashed potatoes and green beans & carrots.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (50)

melissas

Rating: 5 stars

02/20/2012

I am not a huge meat loaf lover but this was yummy!! My whole family enjoyed including the kids. I will definitely be making this again!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (51)

LouisePearl

Rating: 4 stars

02/19/2012

It's the dijon that gives this a different flavor. But then, how can you go wrong with meat loaf??

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (52)

calsmom1020

Rating: 5 stars

02/17/2012

Obviously I am not alone in thinking that this meatloaf is AWESOME!!! I made this for my family and I followed the recipe exactly. We all loved it, and that includes 2 picky children. It is even yummy as leftovers! I made this meatloaf, enjoyed it, and it left me wanting more and more!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (53)

carolfitz

Rating: 3 stars

02/17/2012

Very good & very easy. Subbed 3/4oz dry breadcrumbs for fresh and used reduced-fat sharp cheddar. Also fresh oregano instead of dry. Combined all the wet ingredients, vegs & herbs before adding the crumbs & meat to avoid overworking the sirloin. Served with steamed carrots, wilted spinach & smashed yukon golds -- terrific winter dinner.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (54)

crysmys

Rating: 4 stars

02/15/2012

Not sure this is really a 'special occasion' dish.. but when you add in the automatic portion control and the barely 15 minutes of hands-on time.. I'll bump the rating. Will definitely stay in my 'keeper' file.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (55)

EMatthews

Rating: 5 stars

02/14/2012

Possibly the best meat loaf I have ever had. I used 2 lbs of ground beef, but used the listed amount of everything else. I had no fresh bread on hand, so I used panko bread crumbs, and added three shakes of Worcestershire sauce. I'm not a big fan of baked on ketchup, so I left that off (although, I may try a little BBQ sauce next time). Served with a brown rice medley, and a simple salad of tomato, cucumber, and shaved carrots.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (56)

roxykooks

Rating: 5 stars

02/13/2012

This meatloaf recipe was delish...didn't want mimi loaf's so made just one large..regular loaf..cooked for the normal 1 1/4--1 1/12 hours...out standing... Still don't understand why some where without fresh breadcrumbs...It this simple..1-2 slices fresh bread..your choice...put in the food processor..pulse for desired time to make bread crumbs...Toast for a few minutes to brown them up...not dry them up.. fresh bread crumbs are not dried bread crumbs..

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (57)

sharonfrommi

Rating: 5 stars

02/10/2012

Excellent. Followed the recipe exactly as written. My husband loved this. Will definitely be making again and again.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (58)

Rescue1947

Rating: 5 stars

02/10/2012

This is great !!!! I added 1/2 cup more onion and a little more cheese. Will use this again...and again :)

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (59)

Susie1

Rating: 5 stars

02/09/2012

I made this with 1 1/4 pound of lean ground turkey breast. Also used reduced fat cheddar cheese. For the breadcrumbs used 1 oz of panko. They turned out very moist and delicious. Adding in the horseradish made it more tender and flavorful. If I added the calories right they are only 101 calories each. I am sure a lot less fat too! Makes room for those 80 calories Betty Crocker Garlic Mashed Potatoes! Yum! Give it a try if your trying to cut those calories. :)

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (60)

sharl13

Rating: 5 stars

02/09/2012

Yummy yum yum...I served it with carrot parsnip and chickpea roast and cauliflower mashed potatoes....what a lovely dinner...the meat loaves look so cute on the platter and I'm on WW, so all fit within the "plan".....thanks so much.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (61)

DianaEichhorn

Rating: 5 stars

02/09/2012

This was by far the best meatloaf I have ever tasted. I did sub the ketchup topping with a bourbon/ketchup/chili sauce I made the night before.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (62)

csboord

Rating: 1 stars

02/08/2012

Yuck

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (63)

slocook1

Rating: 5 stars

02/08/2012

This is one of the best meatloaves I have ever tasted. I tweaked it a bit to suit our tastes. I doubled it and added 1 1/2 lbs ground pork. I like the flavor of beef and pork (not pork breakfast sausage) in a meat loaf. Tripled both cheeses and the garlic, also added more salt. Never, never would I have thought to put horseradish in a meatloaf but from now on it's going to be a requirement. I grow and grate my own horseradish and like it on a lot of things. Instead of making mini loaves I made one large loaf and baked it in the oven in a baking dish as usual. We had it with home made mac and cheese and green beans with bacon and caramelized onions. It made great sandwiches, in fact that's what I'm having for breakfast right now as I write this review. A great spread for a meatloaf sandwich is a 50/50 mixture of ketchup, home made mayonnaise then add mustard to taste.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (64)

pljanik

Rating: 5 stars

02/07/2012

This is a great recipe and everyone in the family loves it.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (65)

BeckyJL

Rating: 4 stars

01/30/2012

Love it! Easy and fun! Whole family enjoys!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (66)

MatthewSilva

Rating: 3 stars

01/26/2012

I thought this was really tasty and easy to prepare. A solid "go to" dinner.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (67)

Mdbcjones

Rating: 5 stars

01/16/2012

I love this recipe. I made them for a large family dinner, half with cheese and half without, and everyone loved them. I think the horseradish and mustard, along with the cheese, gave it a bit of a different taste than the standard meatloaf, but still very much comfort food. I didn't have a broiler pan, so they "rested" on a baking rack before I served them. Easy to cook for a crowd.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (68)

drnikki

Rating: 2 stars

12/29/2011

I'm not sure what I did wrong, but I found this recipe underwhelming. Despite the mustard and horseradish, it's pretty bland. I liked the cheese add-in but will probably just add cheese to a different recipe in the future.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (69)

colie619

Rating: 5 stars

12/26/2011

I absolutely love this recipe!! It was so flavorful, and my husband who is very picky went back for seconds!! I followed the recipe exactly, and it absolutely does not need to be changed!! It gives you that taste for comfort food, yet allows you to be calorie-conscious...especially if you are on a low-calorie diet. Thanks!!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (70)

Clobberella422

Rating: 4 stars

12/23/2011

This was very good. I'm normally not a huge fan of meatloaf, but this recipe might have made me one. I did just make it into one loaf, baked at 450 for 15 minutes & then 325 for another half hour, and it turned out very moist and tasty. Other than that, I pretty much followed the recipe exactly except to use panko instead of fresh breadcrumbs, and I left out the horseradish as I didn't have any but I bet it would have been even better with that included. I'll definitely make this again!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (71)

guerillafemme1

Rating: 5 stars

12/13/2011

This recipe is so delicious, it doesn't need ANY tweaking. After making this once, I found myself craving it so it's definitely been added to my recipe "go to" list. I often use dry breadcrumbs because I have them on hand and it's quicker. Also, if 1 1/2 pounds of ground beef is too much for you (there's only 2 of us in my family!) then I've just used 1 pound of meat and cut the other ingredients back by 1/3. Serve on top a bed of mashed potatoes and wilted spinach. So good!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (72)

WhitneyMaass

Rating: 5 stars

10/31/2011

One of my favorite things to make, it always turns out perfect. I've even put Pepperjack cheese in once because that was all I had in the fridge and added some chopped jalapenos to make it a spicy meatloaf, very yummy!!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (73)

teafortwo

Rating: 5 stars

10/03/2011

Delicious! Trader Joe's sells a reduced fat celtic white cheddar that is fantastic in this recipe. My family loves this recipe so I make it several times a year.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (74)

Janellemc

Rating: 5 stars

09/08/2011

This was delicious! I used ground turkey. Loved the taste of the horseradish and cheese. To make it more kid friendly in the future, you could easily leave out the horseradish but it does add such a wonderful flavor!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (75)

Kalina1616

Rating: 5 stars

08/31/2011

DELICIOUS!!!! Mine weren't quite as pretty as in the picture, but they were insanely good. Taste is very decadent for a lighter recipe. Served with mashed regular and sweet potatoes and green beans.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (76)

cjbuddy

Rating: 5 stars

08/28/2011

Delicious! Made as directed with a couple of more garlic cloves. Served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes and fresh green beans. YUM!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (77)

Lippychick

Rating: 5 stars

08/27/2011

I loved this recipe I'm from the UK where meatloaf isn't a traditional meal and didn't know quite what to expect but it was a real hit with all the family....I took a couple of tips from other reviews I chopped the cheese into cubes which was great treat when you found a little gooey bit I added an extra egg (I was going to add the mushroom soup too but thought they would have been too runny to mould)and made them up in the morning which is a great idea for when you arrive home from work hungry and they took no time at all to make up...will definitely be making them again !!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (78)

Cheryl242

Rating: 5 stars

08/12/2011

This was delicious with the flavors of the horseradish and mustard coming through just slightly. I doubled the recipe to take 1/2 to 92 year old mother-in-law, and our half was eaten in two days. I added 1 more egg and a can of mushroom soup, as I always do with meatloaf, to soften the texture--so it wouldn't be a brick. Might not have needed to do that with this recipe, as it turned out a very nice texture. Very good--will definitely make again.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (79)

Breezycookin

Rating: 5 stars

07/24/2011

A family favorite, this has become a regular dish out our home ( and tastes good for lunch the next day too) I omit the horseradish. I make it up in the morning and leave it in the fridge, or freeze until later in the week. Just need to bake when ready. This has become our standard meatloaf recipe.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (80)

Sheppie

Rating: 5 stars

07/22/2011

Love this recipe. I drop the Horesradish and add green pepper to the onion/garlic saute mix. I also cut the cheese into bigger pieces and then push them into the formed meatloaf just before putting in the oven. This lets the cheese ooze out and brown up a little. My family loves it and we have on a regular basis. Can't go wrong with this one. Outstanding.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (81)

MrnWife05

Rating: 5 stars

06/18/2011

Loved these mini meat loafs. Followed the recipe exactly and it was so easy and I loved the flavor the diced cheese added. I will definitely make this again.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (82)

reneemdi

Rating: 4 stars

06/01/2011

These were great! Easy to make and delicious. YUM!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (83)

gretcheepoo

Rating: 5 stars

05/15/2011

I love meat loaf and these were much better than a traditional single loaf. Not only were they tasty, but the individual servings were great for leftovers. Be prepared to move quickly with the breadcrumbs because when they are done, you need to get them out of the hot pan. Fantastic meal!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (84)

kaylamayers

Rating: 5 stars

04/20/2011

I honestly didn't expect these to turn out as well as they did. Soooo good and perfect for calorie counters!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (85)

sprky182

Rating: 5 stars

04/19/2011

These were super tasty and husband loved them. I used whatever cheese I had on hand, and it was delicious.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (86)

ekvalencia

Rating: 5 stars

04/18/2011

Awesome - DH and DS loved it and asked me to add it to the meal rotation. I ended up making them a bit larger due to the amount of meat on hand. I also added worchestershire sauce. Otherwise I followed the recipe and we all loved it.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (87)

latsirk

Rating: 5 stars

04/16/2011

Absolutely the best meat loaf! I used a very sharp white cheddar and it was so good. The portion size is perfect, and substantial. I did not use fresh bread crumbs, but used toasted panko instead. I also left out the horseradish, because I did not have any. I did not miss it, but my sister also made the recipe and did use horseradish and said that it really gave it a lot of flavor. Next time, I will add it in.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (88)

poindextra

Rating: 5 stars

04/11/2011

Wow! These are great. Made half the recipe, just as specified, and both DH and I were very impressed. Next time we'll make the whole batch, cook 2, and freeze the remaining 4 for future dinners.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (89)

CMKevork

Rating: 3 stars

03/27/2011

a little dry, but lots of flavor.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (90)

Nessy112

Rating: 5 stars

03/18/2011

Very good!! My picky meat and potatoes husband loved it, I did omit the toping and could not find white cheddar so i used jack cheese.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (91)

JulzChicago

Rating: 5 stars

03/11/2011

LOVED these! Couldn't be any easier - just throw in a mixing bowl and shape the patties. The cheese added a richness and the horseradish was also a great addition because it mellowed out the sweetness of the ketchup. When you heat these up the next day, they get that awesome crunch on the outside which gives it a great texture. I made it with the recommended salad and that was easy and delicious as well.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (92)

Mouser714

Rating: 5 stars

03/08/2011

perfect meat loaf recipe!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (93)

KarenLeeG

Rating: 5 stars

03/06/2011

Truly yummy!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (94)

utlaw123

Rating: 5 stars

03/02/2011

These are martha fawkin delicious.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (95)

melski2923

Rating: 5 stars

03/02/2011

not being a huge fan of meatloaf, these are delicious!! i love the horseradish, and added a little more the second time i made them.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (96)

tastan

Rating: 5 stars

02/28/2011

My husband loved these! Made as is except omitted horseradish, as did not have any on hand and didn't feel like buying it. Very easy to make. Great for a quick and flavorful weekday meal. Portion size is pretty generous, too. Will make again.

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yumyumgirl

Rating: 5 stars

02/28/2011

These were very tasty, even leaving out the onions as requested by my daughter. I added quite a bit of onion powder and extra chopped garlic to offset, but then she and my husband did not like the size of the garlic - recommended mincing the garlic. To me, it all tasted great as is! Served with a roasted butternut squash/onion mixture and steamed fresh broccoli tossed with lemon pepper. Yum!

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (98)

Teagal

Rating: 5 stars

02/27/2011

I thought this was a wonderful meat loaf recipe. I loved the mini loaves. My 13 year old told me I should leave the ketchup off the top. When I told her I like ketchup on top of meat loaf. She said, "it makes it taste like it has horseradish in it. I only like horseradish in cocktail sauce". Just made me laugh...next time I guess I'll use the "kid tweak" as suggested in the recipe.

Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe (99)

rgtsc01

Rating: 4 stars

02/25/2011

I made this but adapted it to make a traditional one-piece meat loaf in the pan. Just make the recipe and put it in the pan, spread ketsup over it and bake at 350 degrees for an hour. The aroma is wonderful and it is one of my girlfriend's favorites.

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What is the secret to a great meat loaf? ›

The Secrets to a Perfectly Moist Meatloaf
  • 01 of 07. Fat Is Your Friend. ...
  • 02 of 07. Vegetables Are Your Other Friends. ...
  • 03 of 07. Use Enough Filler. ...
  • 04 of 07. Do Not Over Mix or Compress the Meat. ...
  • 05 of 07. Slow and Low Is the Way to Go. ...
  • 06 of 07. Use a Digital Thermometer to Determine Doneness. ...
  • 07 of 07. Let Your Meatloaf Rest.
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What makes meat loaf stick together? ›

Next time, try adding in an extra egg and/or some more breadcrumbs. Alternatively, rice, barley, corn flakes, crackers, and dried soup mix can also stand in as binding ingredients as well. Including larger quantities of these items should help solve the problem.

What gives meatloaf the best flavor? ›

Salt and pepper reigns, but it's easy to add complexity and character by going deeper into the spice rack. Try adding minced garlic, parsley, and thyme for a deeply savory taste. For mouthwateringly bold meatloaf, add Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and ketchup to the pre-baked mixture.

What can I add to meatloaf so it's not dry? ›

Add Sautéed Veggies.

I like sautéing some onions in olive oil until they are brown and adding this to the meat mixture. This not only adds flavor but extra moisture to keep your meatloaf tender and juicy.

What does milk do to meat loaf? ›

Mushrooms Act Like Breadcrumbs
IngredientEffect
Milk (or other liquid dairy)Adds moisture and tenderizes
GelatinIncreases the capacity to retain moisture as meatloaf cooks.
Mushrooms (chopped)Physically impedes meat proteins from cross-linking, increasing tenderness while simultaneously adding flavor.
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What can you put under meatloaf to soak up grease? ›

A neat trick to soak up the grease under your meatloaf is to line the bottom of the pan with bread slices. The bread soaks up the grease as the loaf bakes. When the meatloaf is done, you can either throw out the bread or bake it to make some truly indulgent toast.

What unexpected ingredient makes a great binder for meatloaf? ›

Rice Krispies works great as a binder material thanks to their plain, starchy, porous, and crisp structure. Because these rice bits are relatively tasteless, they also bulk up and soak up the flavor of the spices and meat in the meal you are cooking.

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