Barbecue Corn Muffins

 

Ingredients for 12 servings:
1. 1/2 lb ground beef
2. 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
3. 1/4 cup ketchup
4. 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
5. 1 teaspoon prepared mustard
6. 1/2 teaspoon salt
7. 1/4 teaspoon pepper
8. 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
9. 1 (8 1/2 ounce) package cornbread or 1 (8 1/2 ounce) package corn muffin mix
10. water (amount indicated on corn bread package)
11. 1 -2 egg (use amount as indicated on corn bread package)
12. 2/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions:
1. In a skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain and place in a bowl.
2. Add brown sugar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, pepper and garlic powder.
3. Prepare corn bread mix according to package directions. (The water & egg(s) in ingredients can vary from different mixes, so precise amounts are not indicated in list of ingredients.).
4. Fill greased muffin cups with 2 tablespoons of batter.
5. Top each with 2 tablespoons beef mixture; sprinkle with cheese.
6. Top with remaining corn bread mix.
7. Bake at 400°F for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
8. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.
9. Serve warm.
10. Refrigerate leftovers.

Enjoy your meal!