Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the 1-ounce (about 1/2 cup) fresh breadcrumbs. Cook for 3 minutes or until toasted, stirring frequently.
While the breadcrumbs cook, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and spray with cooking spray.
Add and sauté for 3 minutes the 1 cup chopped onions and 2 chopped garlic cloves
In a medium to a large bowl, combine the onion/garlic mixture from Step 3 with the toasted breadcrumbs from Step 2 and the following ingredients:1/4 cup ketchup (remember that total ketchup is 1/2 cup being divided – rest is used in the following step)1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped2 tablespoons grated fresh Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon prepared horseradish1 tablespoon Dijon mustard3/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper3-ounce white cheddar cheese, diced1 1/2 pounds lean ground sirloin1 large egg, lightly beaten
We are almost ready to cook and so close to eating these delicious healthy cheesy meatloaf minis! I promise you they won’t disappoint!
Get a broiler pan and coat it with cooking spray.
Shape the meat mixture from Step 4 into 6 rectangular loaves (about 4 x 2 inches each) and place them in the boiler pan.
Spread 2 teaspoons of ketchup on each of the loaves.
Finally, with the oven preheated to 425°F, put the loaves in the oven for 25 minutes or until done. Enjoy!