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Cowboy Cupcakes

Yields12 ServingsPrep Time20 minsCook Time15 minsTotal Time35 mins

These little lasagnas are easy to make and are the perfect nosh for game night at home or a tailgate party out at the field. One easy recipe makes many and kids love them too. Switch-up the flavours to make the mix Mexican or Greek versions – variety is the spice of life!

 1 lb (0.45 kg) Lean or Medium Ground Beef
 ½ cup minced onion
 ½ cup minced mushrooms
 1 cup pasta sauce
 ¾ cup ricotta cheese
 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil
 1 tbsp minced green onion or chives
  Salt and pepper
 24 wonton wrappers
 1 cup EACH grated Parmesan and shredded mozzarella cheese
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1. Pan-fry ground beef, onions and mushrooms thoroughly in large skillet. Drain if necessary. Add pasta sauce and heat through.

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2. Meanwhile, combine ricotta with basil, green onion, salt and pepper to taste; set aside.

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3. Spray a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray. Press a wonton wrapper firmly into the bottom of each muffin cup. Spoon in a scant 1 tsp EACH Parmesan, mozzarella, ricotta and top with 1 tbsp of the meat mixture.

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4. Layer a second wonton into each cup and top each with approx. 1 tsp EACH of the cheeses. Divide meat mixture evenly among the cups (approx. 1/4 cup each). Top with additional grated Parmesan or mozzarella if desired.

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5. Bake in preheated 375°F oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until edges are brown and cupcakes are bubbling. Remove form the oven; let stand 5 to 10 minutes. Use a knife to remove each cupcake from muffin tin.

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Chili Style: While adding tomato sauce stir in ½ cup salsa, 2/3 cup canned kidney beans (drained and rinsed), 2 tbsp chili powder and 1 tsp ground cumin. Use shredded Cheddar or Tex-Mex Cheddar cheese instead of the mozzarella.

Greek Style: While adding tomato sauce stir in 1-1/2 tsp dried oregano leaves or Italian seasoning and ¼ tsp ground cinnamon. Use crumbled feta cheese instead of the mozzarella.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12