Go Back

Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole

A comforting dish that combines cheesy mac and cheese with hearty meatloaf, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat Mixture
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Don’t skip toasting the garlic for extra flavor.
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Pasta and Cheese
  • 1 lb elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Feel free to mix and match other cheeses.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, eggs, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning until well mixed.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Layer half of the macaroni in a greased casserole dish.
  2. Spread the meat mixture over the macaroni layer.
  3. Pour the milk over the meatloaf layer.
  4. Add the remaining macaroni on top, then sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
  5. Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes.
  6. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

This casserole keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days and can be frozen for about 3 months. Consider pairing with a fresh side salad or garlic bread.