Description
This Mac and Cheese-Stuffed Meatloaf takes comfort food to the next level with creamy, cheesy mac and cheese tucked inside a savory, juicy meatloaf. A delicious twist on two classics!
Ingredients
For the Meatloaf:
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2 lbs ground beef
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1 cup breadcrumbs
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1 egg
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½ cup milk
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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½ cup BBQ sauce
For the Mac ‘n’ Cheese Filling:
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1 cup elbow macaroni, cooked
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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½ cup heavy cream
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½ tsp garlic powder
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Prepare the Meatloaf Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until well combined.
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Make the Mac and Cheese Filling: In another bowl, stir together the cooked macaroni, shredded cheddar cheese, heavy cream, and garlic powder.
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Shape the Meatloaf: On a baking sheet or greased baking dish, form half of the meat mixture into a loaf shape. Create a hollow space in the center to hold the mac and cheese filling.
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Stuff with Mac and Cheese: Spoon the mac and cheese filling into the hollow of the meatloaf.
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Top with Remaining Meat Mixture: Cover the filling with the remaining meat mixture and seal the edges.
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Brush with BBQ Sauce: Brush the top of the meatloaf with BBQ sauce.
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Bake: Bake the meatloaf in the oven for 50-55 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
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Rest and Slice: Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
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Feel free to experiment with different cheeses for the mac and cheese filling, such as Monterey Jack or mozzarella, for a unique twist.
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For a healthier option, you can use lean ground turkey instead of ground beef.
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The mac and cheese filling can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-55 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Comfort Food, Family Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (based on 8 servings)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Mac and Cheese-Stuffed Meatloaf, comfort food, meatloaf recipes, cheesy meatloaf, BBQ meatloaf