Meat Loaf Muffins

Ingredients

• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper
• 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
• 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
• 3 tablespoons ketchup
• Additional ketchup, optional

Description

1. Preheat oven to 375°. Mix the first 5 ingredients. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Press about 1/3 cupful into each of 12 ungreased muffin cups.
2. Bake 15 minutes. Brush tops of loaves with 3 tablespoons ketchup; bake until a thermometer reads 160°, 5-7 minutes. If desired, serve with additional ketchup.