Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole: A Comforting Family Favorite
A delicious and hearty casserole that combines the comforts of mac and cheese with the savory flavors of meatloaf.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 cups macaroni
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup milk
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, diced onion, and seasonings.
- Form the mixture into a loaf and place it in a baking dish.
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions; drain and add to a separate bowl.
- Stir in milk and cheddar cheese into the macaroni.
- Spread the mac and cheese over the meatloaf.
- Bake in the oven for 45 minutes until the meatloaf is cooked through.
Notes
- Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Feel free to add your favorite spices or vegetables to the mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole, Comfort Food, Family Recipe