Description
Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole is a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish that combines the beloved flavors of classic mac and cheese with hearty meatloaf. This easy-to-make casserole features perfectly cooked elbow macaroni enveloped in rich cheddar cheese, layered with savory ground beef, and topped with a crispy breadcrumb crust. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this dish promises to warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup whole milk (or low-fat milk)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat; season with salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked macaroni, sautéed beef, milk, eggs, and half of the cheese; mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Top with remaining cheese and breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg