Ingredients
– 1 lb ground beef
– 1 lb ground pork
– 1 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/2 cup milk
– 1/4 cup ketchup
– 2 eggs
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
– 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
– 1/2 cup butter
– 1/4 cup heavy cream
– Salt and pepper to taste
Equipment Needed
– Muffin tin
– Mixing bowls
– Large pot for boiling potatoes
– Potato masher or mixer
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Wooden spoon or spatula
Step-by-Step Instructions
First things first, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, milk, ketchup, eggs, onion, garlic, and all the spices. I often like to get my hands in there to mix everything together; just be sure to wash up afterward! Once the mixture is well combined, make sure to grease your muffin tin (this helps with easy removal later) and scoop the meat mixture into each cup, filling them about three-quarters full. This way, they’ll have room to rise without overflowing. (See the next page below to continue steps…)