I'd talk about my meatloaf, but it's pretty obscure. You've probably never heard of it.

It's no secret that there is this huge cupcake craze sweeping the nation. Everything can be found in cupcake form, including TV shows. Cupcakes are also extremely popular with Hipsters. Oh, you don't know what a hipster is?

Well now you do.

No need to thank me, but...

... you're welcome in advance.

Now that we have a relatively good idea of a hipster is, we can continue with our cupcake discussion. All I have to say is that despite them being popular and taken over by modern day hippies, I have to admit that I am in love with them. I love all sorts of cupcakes; little ones, huge ones, gourmet ones, store bought ones, sweet ones and savory ones. 

"Did she just say she likes savory cupcakes?" You might ask. Why, yes, I did. Which brings me to one of the cutest ways to revamp a boring weekly staple and everyone's go to budget meal. Meatloaf in a cupcake form

They are adorable, fun, you can top them with anything, and this way everyone gets that coveted end piece. They are also great ways to practices portion control and kids love them. 

Actually, I'm just assuming kids love them because I don't have any children, but my 17 year old sister loved them and she is an extremely picky eater. So, yes, I'm sure kids love them.

Meatloaf Cupcakes                makes about 12 plus 1 small loaf

• 1 lb ground beef or chuck
• 1 lb uncooked breakfast sausage such as Jimmy Dean
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 TBS olive oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup uncooked oatmeal
• garlic, salt and pepper to taste

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

In a medium skillet heat the oil and saute the bell pepper and onion until the bell pepper is tender and the onions are translucent. 

Mix all of the ingredients, including the sauteed veggies until everything is fully mixed together.

Form meat mixture into round domes and place in a greased cupcake pan, being sure to tuck the mini meatloafs in on the sides to allow room for the grease. I usually have meat mixture left over after filling one pan so I make a tiny meatloaf and save it for the next day and make meatloaf sandwiches for lunch.

Bake for about 30-45 minutes or until crisp and brown on top.

Once they are out of the oven, transfer them to a dish or cookie sheet and frost with mashed potato icing:

Mashed Potato Icing

• 6- 8 large potatoes, peeled and sliced
• 1/2 C butter
• 3/4 C milk or cream
• 1/4 C sour cream
• salt and pepper to taste

Boil potatoes until they are fork tender. 

Drain potatoes and add in all of the other ingredients.

Using a hand blender or mixture, blend until potatoes are completely lump free.

Place into a piping bag and pipe on top of Meatloaf Cupcakes like icing. Have fun with the design. Just like  regular cupcakes, there is really no wrong way to ice them. 

Top with green onion, cheese, bacon crumbles, etc.

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