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The Ultimate Mac ‘N’ Cheese-Stuffed Meatloaf

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Ingredients
  

  • Meatloaf Ingredients:
  • 2 lbs ground beef or a beef-pork blend
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 small onion finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • Mac & Cheese Filling:
  • 1 cup elbow macaroni
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup milk
  • 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Glaze Topping:
  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp mustard optional

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Mac & Cheese:
  • Cook macaroni in salted water until al dente; drain.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, and cook 1 minute.
  • Gradually add milk, stirring until slightly thickened.
  • Mix in cheese until melted, season, then fold in pasta. Set aside.
  • Make the Meatloaf Base:
  • In a large bowl, combine all meatloaf ingredients. Mix gently—avoid overworking.
  • Assemble:
  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet.
  • Flatten ⅔ of the meat mixture into a rectangle (~1" thick).
  • Spoon mac & cheese into the center, leaving edges bare.
  • Top with remaining meat, sealing completely. Shape into a loaf.
  • Glaze & Bake:
  • Mix ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard; spread over the loaf.
  • Bake 50–60 minutes (internal temp: 160°F/71°C).
  • Rest 10–15 minutes before slicing.
  • Pro Tip: Customize with jalapeños or bacon for extra flair! This dish delivers gooey, cheesy goodness inside a perfectly seasoned meatloaf—comfort food at its finest