Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole: Easy Comfort Food Delight
A delicious combination of meatloaf and mac and cheese, perfect for a cozy meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, onion, eggs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a separate pot, cook the macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Mix cooked macaroni, milk, breadcrumbs, and 1 cup of cheddar cheese into the meat mixture.
- Transfer to a greased casserole dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake for 45 minutes.
- Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add your favorite spices to the meat mixture.
- You can substitute ground turkey for a lighter option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole