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Cozy Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole

Cozy Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole: Comfort in Every Bite

This Cozy Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole combines hearty meatloaf and creamy mac and cheese for a comforting dish that delights the whole family.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Classic Comfort Food
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf Base
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Pasta
  • 1 cup elbow macaroni
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
For the Binding and Flavor
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
For Baking
  • as needed cooking spray or olive oil

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch baking dish
  • large pot
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Cook the macaroni in salted boiling water for 7-8 minutes until al dente, then drain.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, mix together ground beef, cooked macaroni, half of the cheddar cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, milk, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped onion, minced garlic, beaten egg, Worcestershire sauce, and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Transfer the meat mixture into the greased baking dish and press down evenly.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheeses on top of the meat mixture.
  6. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes to meld flavors.
  7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.
  8. Let cool for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This casserole is flexible – feel free to swap cheeses or add vegetables to customize it to your taste.

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