Description
A cozy marriage of classic meatloaf and creamy mac and cheese baked into one easy dish, perfect for family dinners and kid-friendly potlucks.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups cooked macaroni (about 2 oz / 56 g dry per cup)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (sharp cheddar for more flavor)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup ketchup (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until evenly distributed.
- Press half of the meat mixture into the bottom of the casserole dish.
- In a separate bowl, stir together the cooked macaroni, shredded cheddar, and sour cream. Spread over the meat layer.
- Top with the remaining meat mixture, smoothing it to seal the filling.
- Spread the ketchup evenly over the top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes, until cooked through and bubbly.
- Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a crispy topping, mix breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle during the last 15 minutes. Can be adapted to use ground turkey or gluten-free ingredients.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American