This comfort food masterpiece combines juicy, flavorful meatloaf with a creamy, cheesy mac ‘n’ cheese center—baked to golden perfection! It’s the ultimate mashup for meat and cheese lovers.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe ❤️
✅ Two comfort foods in one – Meatloaf + mac ‘n’ cheese = genius!
✅ Juicy, cheesy, and crispy – Every bite is pure bliss.
✅ Great for feeding a crowd – Perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
✅ Leftovers taste even better – If there are any!
Ingredients You’ll Need 🛒
For the Mac ‘n’ Cheese Filling:
2 cups cooked elbow macaroni (about 1 cup uncooked)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup milk
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp flour
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt & pepper to taste
For the Meatloaf:
1.5 lbs (680g) ground beef (80/20 for best flavor)
½ lb (225g) ground pork (or all beef if preferred)
1 small onion, finely diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
½ cup breadcrumbs
1 large egg
2 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp smoked paprika
Salt & pepper to taste
For the Glaze (Optional):
¼ cup ketchup
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Step-by-Step Instructions 👩🍳
