Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole

 

Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole—a comforting combo of two favorites! 🍝🍖🧀

🚨Ingredients:

For the Meatloaf:

1 lb (450g) ground beef 🥩

1/2 cup breadcrumbs 🍞

1 egg 🥚

1/4 cup milk 🥛

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 🌿

1/4 cup onion, finely chopped 🧅

1 clove garlic, minced 🧄

Salt and pepper to taste 🧂

1/2 cup ketchup (for topping) 🍅

For the Mac and Cheese:

2 cups elbow macaroni 🍝

2 tablespoons butter 🧈

2 tablespoons flour 🌾

2 cups milk 🥛

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 🧀

Salt and pepper to taste 🧂

👉Instructions:

✅️Prepare the Meatloaf:

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. 🔥

Mix Meatloaf Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, Worcestershire sauce, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined. 🍖

Shape Meatloaf: Press the meat mixture into an even layer at the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Spread ketchup evenly over the top. 🍅

Bake Meatloaf Base: Bake for 25 minutes while you prepare the mac and cheese. ⏲️

✅️Prepare the Mac and Cheese:

Cook Pasta: While the meatloaf is baking, cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside. 🍝

Make Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until thickened. 🧈🥛

Add Cheese: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper. 🧀

Combine with Pasta: Toss the cooked macaroni in the cheese sauce until fully coated. 🍽️

✅️Assemble the Casserole:

Top Meatloaf with Mac and Cheese: Once the meatloaf has baked, remove it from the oven and spoon the cheesy macaroni evenly over the top. 🥘

Bake Again: Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and golden. ⏲️

👉Serve:

🔸️Cool and Serve: Let the casserole cool slightly before slicing. Serve with fresh herbs or a side salad for a complete meal! 🌿🍽️

🔸️Enjoy your Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole—the ultimate comfort food mashup!