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Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole:

Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole: Comfort Food Delight

Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole combines two classic comfort foods into one irresistible dish, delighting both kids and adults alike.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf Base
  • 1 pound Ground Beef can substitute with ground turkey or lamb
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped; shallots work well
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs can substitute with crushed crackers or gluten-free breadcrumbs
  • 1 large Egg can swap for a flax egg to make it vegan
  • 1/2 cup Milk can substitute with almond or soy milk
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper adjust to taste
For the Mac and Cheese Layer
  • 2 cups Macaroni can substitute with gluten-free pasta
  • 2 tablespoons Butter can use olive oil as a lighter alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Flour can consider cornstarch or gluten-free flour
  • 1 1/2 cups Cheese cheddar; can mix in mozzarella or gouda
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Dry Mustard adjust to taste
Optional Suggestions
  • 1 cup Vegetables such as spinach or bell peppers
  • 1 cup Additional Cheeses for a flavor explosion

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your baking dish lightly.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, onion, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, salt, and pepper. Mix well and press into the bottom of the baking dish.
  3. Bake for about 20 minutes or until slightly cooked through.
  4. Cook macaroni according to package directions until just al dente, then drain and set aside.
  5. In a medium saucepan, melt butter, add flour, then whisk in milk until thickened. Stir in seasonings and 1½ cups of shredded cheese until smooth.
  6. Gently mix macaroni into cheese sauce and pour over the meatloaf layer. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
  7. Return to oven and bake for an additional 25 minutes until cheese is melted and golden brown.
  8. Remove from the oven, allow to rest for a few minutes, then cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow the casserole to rest for a few minutes before serving for the best texture.

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