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Savory Muffin Cups with Beef Filling


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffin cups 1x
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

Deliciously baked muffin cups filled with a savory beef mixture, perfect for a hearty meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until tender (about 5-7 minutes).
  3. Stir in garlic, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, thyme, salt, pepper, and beef broth; simmer for 5-10 minutes until thickened.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, milk, eggs, and salt until smooth. Let rest for 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and melt butter in a muffin tin.
  6. Pour batter halfway into each muffin cup and top with meat filling.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Notes

  • These muffin cups can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven.
  • Add your favorite vegetables for extra nutrition.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin cup
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg