Salsa Scalloped Potatoes and Mini Salsa Meatloaves

Name: Salsa Scalloped Potatoes and Mini Salsa Meatloaves
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. non-hydrogenated margarine; 2 Tbsp. flour; 2 cups milk; 1-1/4 cups Cracker Barrel Shredded Habanero Heat Cheese, divided; 2 lb. (900 g) Yukon gold potatoes (about 6), peeled, thinly sliced; 1-1/4 cups salsa, divided; 1 lb. (450 g) extra-lean ground beef; 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs; 2 green onions, chopped; 1 egg, beaten

Servings: persons

1
Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
2
Melt margarine in medium saucepan on medium heat.
3
Add flour; cook and stir 1 min.
4
Gradually stir in milk; cook 3 to 5 min.
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or until mixture comes to boil and thickens, stirring constantly.
6
Remove from heat.
7
Stir in 1/2 cup cheese.
8
Spread 1/3 of the potatoes onto bottom of 2-L casserole dish sprayed with cooking spray; cover with 1/2 cup salsa.
9
Repeat layers once.
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Top with remaining potatoes, then cheese sauce.
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Cover with foil.
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Bake 45 min.
13
After about 30 min., mix meat, bread crumbs, onions and egg just until blended.
14
Shape into 12 balls; press each into muffin pan cup sprayed with cooking spray.
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Use back of spoon to make indentation in centre of meat mixture in each cup; fill with remaining salsa.
16
Sprinkle potatoes with 1/2 cup of the remaining cheese.
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Return to oven along with the meatloaves.
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Bake, uncovered, 20 min.
19
or until potatoes are tender and meatloaves are done (160 degrees F), topping meatloaves with remaining cheese for the last few minutes.
20
Remove from oven.
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Let stand 5 min.
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before serving.

721

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbsp. non-hydrogenated margarine, 2 Tbsp. flour, 2 cups milk, 1-1/4 cups Cracker Barrel Shredded Habanero Heat Cheese, divided, and more.

Yes, Salsa Scalloped Potatoes and Mini Salsa Meatloaves falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!