Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Meatloaf Mac Casserole, a delightful fusion of savory beef meatloaf and creamy mac and cheese. This layered dish is not just a meal; it’s a warm embrace on a plate, perfect for family dinners or gatherings. With its blend of textures and rich flavors, it’s sure to be a hit with both kids and adults. Easy to prepare and great for leftovers, this casserole brings joy to any table. Get ready to enjoy a hearty meal that promises satisfaction with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 cup barbeque sauce
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 30 buttery crackers, crumbled
- 1 (2-ounce) packet onion soup mix
- 2 eggs
- 3 cups macaroni noodles
- 2 cups milk
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can condensed cheddar cheese soup
- 4 cups mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix ketchup and barbeque sauce until combined.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, crumbled crackers, onion soup mix, and eggs; mix well.
- Press the meat mixture into the baking dish evenly.
- Spread the sauce mixture over the meat layer.
- Bake for about 30 minutes.
- Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk and cheddar cheese soup; stir in seasonings (salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder).
- Mix cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce until well coated.
- Stir in half of the shredded cheese until melted.
- Pour macaroni mixture over the baked meatloaf layer; spread evenly.
- Top with remaining shredded cheese and bake for an additional 17–20 minutes until bubbly.
- Let cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg