Description
A comforting dish that combines classic mac and cheese with the heartiness of meatloaf, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup cooked macaroni
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping, if desired)
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked macaroni, shredded cheddar cheese, milk, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce until well blended.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased casserole dish, spreading it evenly. Top with additional cheese if desired.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-55 minutes, until the meatloaf is cooked through and the top is golden brown.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider incorporating veggies like spinach or zucchini. You can also adjust the spices and cheese type for a twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: mac and cheese, meatloaf, casserole, comfort food, family dinner