Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole: The Ultimate Comfort Food Mashup. This hearty dish layers creamy macaroni and cheese with savory meatloaf, creating a delightful combination that’s sure to please both kids and adults alike. Perfect for family dinners or potlucks, this easy-to-make casserole allows for customization with your favorite vegetables or cheeses. Get ready to experience a cozy meal that will become a staple in your household!
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 (for cheese sauce)
- 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, diced onion, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, salt, and pepper. Mix well and press into a greased baking dish.
- Bake the meatloaf layer for about 20 minutes.
- Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- For the cheese sauce, melt butter in a saucepan, stir in flour for one minute, then gradually whisk in milk until thickened. Add seasonings and cheddar cheese until melted.
- Mix cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce and pour over the baked meatloaf layer. Bake for an additional 25 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg