Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole: The Ultimate Comfort Food Mashup
Looking for a hearty and comforting meal that combines two favorites? Try this Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole, the ultimate comfort food mashup! This dish layers creamy macaroni and cheese with savory meatloaf, creating a delicious casserole that’s perfect for family dinners or any occasion where you want to impress your guests. With its rich flavors and satisfying textures, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Paprika
- Dry mustard
- Flour
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 well and press into a greased baking dish.
- Bake the meatloaf for about 20 minutes until it starts to brown.
- Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and stir in flour. Gradually whisk in milk until thickened. Add salt, pepper, paprika, dry mustard, and melted cheddar cheese.
- Stir cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce and pour over the meatloaf in the baking dish. Sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake again for an additional 25 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the casserole (approximately 245g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg