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Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole

This Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole is the ultimate comfort food mashup, combining creamy macaroni and cheese with savory meatloaf for a dish that will delight the whole family.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup milk for meatloaf
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 cups milk for cheese sauce
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp dry mustard
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
For the Pasta
  • 2 cups uncooked macaroni

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, onion, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, salt, and pepper. Mix well and press into a greased baking dish.
Cooking the Meatloaf
  1. Bake the meatloaf for 20 minutes.
  2. While it bakes, cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and set aside.
  3. For the cheese sauce, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for one minute.
  4. Gradually whisk in milk until thickened; season with salt, pepper, paprika, and dry mustard. Stir in shredded cheese until melted.
Assembly
  1. Combine cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce and pour it over the meatloaf layer. Top with remaining cheese.
  2. Bake for an additional 25 minutes or until bubbly.

Notes

For a twist, try mixing up the cheese with varieties like mozzarella or pepper jack. You can also add veggies like spinach or broccoli for a nutritious boost.