🍝🧀 Mac & Cheese Meatloaf 🧀🍝
Combine two comfort food classics into one delicious dish with this Mac & Cheese Meatloaf! Juicy, savory meatloaf is stuffed with creamy, cheesy macaroni, creating a meal that’s both hearty and indulgent. Perfect for a cozy family dinner! 🤤🍽️
Ingredients:
For the Meatloaf:
2 pounds ground beef
1 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 cup milk
2 large eggs
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
For the Mac & Cheese:
8 ounces elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Topping:
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions:
Prepare the Mac & Cheese:
Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, until lightly golden.
Gradually whisk in milk and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens.
Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy. Fold in the cooked macaroni.
Prepare the Meatloaf:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme. Mix until well combined.
On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, shape the meat mixture into a large rectangle.
Assemble the Meatloaf:
Spoon the prepared mac & cheese down the center of the meat rectangle.
Carefully fold the edges of the meat over the mac & cheese, sealing it well to encase the mac & cheese completely.
Shape the meatloaf into a loaf shape, ensuring the mac & cheese is fully enclosed.
Prepare the Topping:
In a small bowl, mix together ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard. Spread this mixture over the top of the meatloaf.
Bake the Meatloaf:
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Remove from oven, sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese, and return to oven. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the meatloaf is cooked through.
Serve:
Let the meatloaf rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve hot, and enjoy this comforting combination of mac & cheese and meatloaf! 🍝🧀🍽️
Enjoy this delightful and comforting Mac & Cheese Meatloaf, perfect for family dinners and special occasions!
