The Ultimate Mac ‘n’ Cheese-Stuffed Meatloaf 🧀🍝


 

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 👩‍🍳