Description
Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole: The Ultimate Comfort Food Mashup combines two beloved classics into one hearty, creamy dish. This casserole features layers of savory meatloaf topped with rich, cheesy macaroni, making it the perfect choice for family dinners or gatherings. With minimal preparation and straightforward steps, this recipe is a hit among kids and adults alike. Whether you’re looking for an easy weeknight meal or a crowd-pleaser for special occasions, this comforting dish is sure to satisfy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ cup diced onion
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- 2 cups uncooked macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 cups milk
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp dry mustard
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, diced onion, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, salt, and pepper. Mix until combined.
- Press the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and bake for about 20 minutes.
- Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- For the cheese sauce, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and gradually add milk until thickened. Stir in spices and cheese until melted.
- Mix cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce and pour over the meatloaf layer; sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
- Bake for an additional 25 minutes or until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the casserole (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg