Ghostly Mashed Potato Meatloaf Cupcakes

Meatloaf

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with parchment cupcake liners.
2. In a small bowl, soak breadcrumbs in milk until they form a paste.
3. In a large bowl, combine soaked crumbs, eggs, onion, garlic, grated veg, ketchup, Worcestershire, mustard, salt, pepper, paprika. Mix gently.
4. Add ground meat last, mixing just until combined.
5. Divide mixture into 12 portions and press lightly into muffin liners. They should mound slightly above the rim.
6. Spread a teaspoon of glaze (ketchup + brown sugar) over each.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, until internal temp hits 160°F (71°C).
8. Rest 5 minutes before removing from pan.

Mashed Potatoes

1. Peel your potatoes and cut them into uniform, 2-inch pieces. Uniformity will ensure they cook evenly.
2. Add diced potatoes to a bowl of cold water and let them sit for a few minutes- you should see starch sink to the bottom of the bowl. Then rinse them 2-3 times until the water runs clear.
3. Transfer your potatoes to a large pot and add enough cold water to cover them by about 1-2 inches.
4. Over high heat, bring your pot to a boil and then reduce to a simmer. Cook the potatoes until they are fork-tender and offer no resistance when pierced with a knife.
5. Once cooked, drain the potatoes in a colander and allow them to sit for 1-2 minutes to release steam.
6. If you’re using a ricer or food mill, place it over another pot to catch the potatoes as you pass them through. You can also use a masher or whisk to mash them directly in the pot you used to boil them.
7. Warm your milk and butter in a separate small pot. Gradually add your warmed milk and butter to the potatoes, gently folding them in with a rubber spatula.
8. Give your mashed potatoes a taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
9. Once the meatloaf cups and mash are slightly cooled, put the mashed potatoes into a piping bag or sandwich bag. Pipe the mashed potatoes on top into a ghost-like shape. Add some frozen peas for eyes. Serve and enjoy!