Description
Indulge in the comforting layers of Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole: The Ultimate Comfort Food Mashup. This delightful dish combines the rich flavors of cheesy macaroni with savory beef meatloaf, creating a hearty casserole that your entire family will love. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, this recipe offers a unique twist on classic comfort food, ensuring everyone leaves the table satisfied. With easy-to-follow instructions, you’ll be able to whip up this crowd-pleaser in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Ground Beef
- 1/2 cup Diced Onion
- 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 large Egg
- 1/4 cup Milk
- 2 cups Uncooked Macaroni
- 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 2 cups Milk (for cheese sauce)
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 2 tbsp Flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, diced onion, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, salt, and pepper. Press into a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 20 minutes until partially cooked.
- Cook macaroni until al dente; drain.
- In a saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour for one minute. Gradually add milk to thicken. Stir in seasonings and cheese until melted.
- Combine cooked macaroni with cheese sauce and pour over meatloaf layer. Top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for an additional 25 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg