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BEST Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole

Indulge in the BEST Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole Adventure

Discover the BEST Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole, a comforting fusion of two classics that will be a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 1 pound ground beef lean-to-medium fat like 85/15
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs can substitute with panko
  • 1 egg acts as a binder
  • ½ cup milk any fat percentage can work
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ cup barbecue sauce for glaze
For the Mac and Cheese
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni or other short pasta
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups milk
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese medium or sharp recommended
  • 1 teaspoon paprika optional

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl

Method
 

Main Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your baking dish and other ingredients.
  2. Combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, onion, garlic powder, and barbecue sauce in a large mixing bowl. Mix well.
  3. Transfer the meatloaf mixture into a greased baking dish, shaping it into a loaf about 2 inches thick. Bake for 30 minutes.
  4. Cook elbow macaroni until al dente and set aside. In a saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour, then gradually add milk, whisking until thickened.
  5. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Optionally add paprika.
  6. Spread the mac and cheese evenly over the meatloaf. Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until heated through and golden.
  7. Let the casserole cool for about 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This casserole is perfect for meal prep and can be customized with vegetables for additional nutrition.

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