Mini Meatloaf in a Mug
Skip the frozen dinner and get your home-cooking fix in a flash with this easy recipe.
Ingredients
Non-stick spray
1/4 pound lean (85% or leaner) ground beef
2 tablespoons quick-cooking oats
1 1/2 tablespoons reduced sugar and sodium ketchup
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons low-fat milk
1/3 small onion, diced
1/4 cup carrot, shredded
Equipment
Grater
Cutting board
Medium-sized microwave-safe mug (about 15 ounces)
Knife
Mixing spoon or spatula
Measuring cups and spoons
Instructions
- Before you begin, wash your hands, surfaces, utensils, and produce.
- Combine all ingredients in a small mixing bowl and stir to mix.
- Spray microwave-safe mug with non-stick spray.
- Pat beef mixture into mix. Make a small hole in center, all the way through to the bottom.
- Microwave on high for 2 minutes, or until meat is thoroughly cooked through and no longer pink.
Tips
- Meatloaf in a mug can make a quick and tasty dinner for a family! You can prep the ingredients together, but make sure you microwave each serving separately to ensure they cook fully.
- Try topping the meatloaf with a small dallop of ketchup.
- Try adding diced green bell pepper, spinach, or shredded zucchini to the meatloaf mixture for added veggies and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
Entire recipe
Per serving
Amount
Calories
290
Total Fat
12g
Sodium
580mg
Total Carbohydrate
21g
Protein
23g
