Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole Recipe
This Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole recipe combines two comfort food favorites in one dish. A savory meatloaf base topped with creamy, cheesy macaroni creates a perfect balance of flavors. It’s an easy, family-friendly dinner that satisfies cravings for both pasta and meat, offering a delicious twist on classic meatloaf.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- Ground beef
- Bread crumbs
- Egg
- Onion (chopped)
- Ketchup
- Worcestershire sauce
- Macaroni
- Cheddar cheese (shredded)
- Milk
- Butter
- Flour
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, onion, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Press into a greased baking dish.
- Bake the meatloaf for 30 minutes.
- While the meatloaf is baking, cook the macaroni.
- In a saucepan, melt butter, add flour, and cook for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in milk, then stir in cheese until melted.
- Mix cheese sauce with cooked macaroni and spread over the meatloaf.
- Bake an additional 20 minutes until bubbly.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add garlic powder or Italian seasoning to the meat mixture.
- Substitute cheddar cheese with any cheese blend you like for a creamier sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg