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golden baked mac and cheese meatloaf casserole in white ceramic dish

Cheesy Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole

Chef Roberto, an Italian-American cuisine expert from Eat Every Slice, smiling while holding a plate of freshly made pasta garnished with basil.Roberto
A hearty casserole layering juicy meatloaf with creamy mac and cheese. Comforting, filling, and perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Casserole, Dinner
Cuisine American Italian Inspired
Servings 6 servings
Calories 520 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Baking dish

Ingredients
  

Meatloaf Layer

  • 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 egg
  • 3/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup grated onion
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/3 cup ketchup

Mac and Cheese Layer

  • 2 cups elbow macaroni dry
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a baking dish.
  • Mix meatloaf ingredients gently and press into the bottom of the dish.
  • Cook macaroni until just tender and drain.
  • Prepare cheese sauce by whisking butter, flour, milk, and cheese until smooth.
  • Fold macaroni into cheese sauce.
  • Spread mac and cheese over meatloaf layer.
  • Bake until bubbly and lightly golden.
  • Rest before slicing and serving.

Notes

Let the casserole rest before slicing to allow layers to set.
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