Country Barbecue Muffins

I got this recipe from a friend that served them at her son's birthday party. These are easy, delicious and a big hit with kids.

• Ready In: 55 mins
• Serves: 10

Ingredients

• 1 (10 ounce) package  refrigerated buttermilk biscuits
• 1  lb ground beef
• 1⁄2 cup ketchup
• 3  tablespoons brown sugar
• 1  tablespoon cider vinegar
• 1⁄2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1  cup  shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 (10 ounce) can Rotel diced tomatoes, drained (optional)

Directions

1. Separate dough into 10 biscuits; flatten into 5 inch circles.
2. Press each into the bottom and up the sides of a greased muffin cup; set aside.
3. In a skillet, brown ground beef; drain.
4. Add diced tomatoes to meat if desired.
5. In a small bowl, mix ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar and chili powder; stir until smooth.
6. Add to meat and tomatoes; mix well.
7. Divide the meat mixture among biscuit-lined muffin cups, using about 1/4 cup for each.
8. Sprinkle with cheese.
9. Bake at 350° for 18 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.
10. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from tin and serving.