Description
Indulge in the comforting layers of our Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole: The Ultimate Comfort Food Mashup! This delightful dish combines a savory meatloaf base with creamy macaroni and cheese, making it perfect for family dinners or potlucks. Easy to prepare and customizable, this casserole is sure to satisfy even the pickiest eaters. You can add your favorite vegetables or experiment with various cheeses to make it uniquely yours. Whether enjoyed at the dinner table or served at a gathering, this dish promises warmth and joy in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup milk (for meatloaf)
- 2 cups uncooked macaroni
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cups milk (for cheese sauce)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, onion, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, salt, and pepper. Mix well and press into a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 20 minutes.
- Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, then stir in flour for one minute. Gradually whisk in milk and cook until thickened. Add seasonings and stir in cheddar cheese until melted.
- Combine cooked macaroni with cheese sauce and pour over baked meatloaf layer. Top with additional cheese if desired.
- Bake for another 25 minutes or until bubbling and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg