Description
A delicious fusion of meatloaf and creamy mac and cheese, this casserole is easy to prepare and perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups uncooked macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup milk (for meatloaf)
- 2 tbsp butter (for cheese sauce)
- 2 cups milk (for cheese sauce)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp dry mustard
- 2 tbsp flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, onion, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, salt, and pepper. Mix well and press into a greased baking dish.
- Bake the meatloaf for 20 minutes.
- While it bakes, cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- For the cheese sauce, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for one minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk until thickened; season with salt, pepper, paprika, and dry mustard. Stir in shredded cheese until melted.
- Combine cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce and pour over the meatloaf layer. Top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for an additional 25 minutes or until bubbly.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Notes
For best results, don’t overcook the macaroni. Use sharp cheddar for better flavor. Allow the casserole to cool before storing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American