Description
A family-friendly casserole combining a juicy meatloaf base with creamy, cheesy mac and cheese for the ultimate comfort dinner.
Ingredients
1½–2 lbs ground beef (or turkey)
1 cup breadcrumbs
1–2 eggs
1 tsp salt
½ tsp pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
3 cups cooked elbow macaroni
4 tbsp butter
4 tbsp flour
3 cups milk
3 cups shredded cheese (cheddar + Monterey Jack)
Optional: mustard powder, paprika, panko topping
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350–375°F.
Mix meat, breadcrumbs, eggs, and seasonings. Press into a greased 9×13 pan and partially bake for 20–30 minutes.
Cook pasta slightly under al dente.
Melt butter, whisk in flour to make roux, add milk until thickened. Stir in cheese and seasonings.
Combine pasta with cheese sauce. Spread over partially baked meatloaf.
Optional: sprinkle with buttered breadcrumbs.
Bake 15–25 minutes until bubbly and golden. Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6–8