Mini Cheddar Meat Loaf

Prep: This time I didn't divide the meat into the mini meat loaves, figuring that it will be fresher if you do it yourself on the day you want to cook it. Or, since I didn't ever freeze this meat, you could make it into the little meat loaves and then freeze it for cooking later. Hopefully having to dig your hands into it won't gross you out too much! Shape into 6-8 loaves, place in greased 9x13 pan. Make a little well in the top of each and fill with BBQ sauce. Bake uncovered at 350 for 45 minutes. I'm also sending a salad mix and canned pears as a side dish.

Mini Cheddar Meat Loaves Recipe

1 egg

3/4 c. milk

1 c. shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 c. quick cooking oats (regular work ok too)

1/2 c. chopped onion

1 tsp. garlic salt

1 pinch dry mustard (optional)

1 lb. ground beef (I like to use 1 1/2 lbs.)

BBQ sauce for topping

Beat egg and milk. Stir in cheese, oats, onion, and salt (dry mustard too, if using). Add beef and mix well. Shape into 8 loaves. Place in greased 9x13 dish. Top with BBQ sauce. Bake uncovered at 350 for 45 minutes.