Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole Recipe
This Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole recipe combines classic macaroni and cheese with flavorful meatloaf. Enjoy the creamy, cheesy mac and cheese topping paired with a juicy meatloaf base for a perfect comfort food dinner.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner, Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 cups milk (for cheese sauce)
- 1 tsp mustard powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Press the meatloaf mixture into a greased baking dish.
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter, add flour, and stir to create a roux. Gradually whisk in milk, mustard powder, and garlic powder until thickened.
- Stir in cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce.
- Spread the mac and cheese mixture on top of the meatloaf.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until meatloaf is cooked through and the top is golden.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add extra cheese on top for a crispy finish.
- Substitute ground turkey for a lighter version.
- Can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg