Ingredients
– 1 pound ground beef
– 1/2 pound ground pork
– 1 cup breadcrumbs
– 1 large onion, finely chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 large eggs
– 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 2 cups elbow macaroni
– 4 cups milk
– 1/4 cup butter
– 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon mustard powder
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 cup additional shredded cheese for topping
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create the Irresistible Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook Pasta: Boil the elbow macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
3. Prepare Meatloaf Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.
4. Shape Meatloaf: Form the meat mixture into a loaf shape and place it in a baking dish or casserole dish.
5. Bake Meatloaf: Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
6. Make Cheese Sauce: Meanwhile, in a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
7. Add Milk: Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens.
8. Add Cheese: Remove from heat and stir in mustard powder, paprika, and shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
9. Combine: In a large bowl, mix the cooked elbow macaroni with the cheese sauce until well coated.
10. Layer the Casserole: Once the meatloaf is done baking, spread the mac and cheese mixture evenly over the top.
11. Add Extra Cheese: Sprinkle additional shredded cheese on top of the mac and cheese layer.
12. Finish Baking: Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the cheese on top is melted and bubbly.
13. Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6-8
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Fat: 24g
- Protein: 32g