Cheesy Loaded Meatloaf Casserole
Get ready for the ultimate comfort food! This Cheesy Loaded Meatloaf Casserole combines juicy meatloaf, creamy macaroni, and a gooey cheese topping perfect for a hearty family dinner!
Ingredients:
2 lbs lean ground beef
30 Ritz crackers, crushed
2 oz Lipton onion soup mix
2 eggs
1 cup ketchup (divided)
1 cup Sweet Baby Ray’s Hickory & Brown Sugar barbecue sauce (divided)
3 cups macaroni noodles
2 cups milk
10.5 oz condensed cheddar cheese soup
1 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp onion powder
4 cups shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend
Instructions:
Preheat & Prepare:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Make the Meatloaf:
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, crushed Ritz crackers, onion soup mix, eggs, ½ cup ketchup, and ½ cup BBQ sauce. Mix well, press into the baking dish, and bake for 25 minutes.
Cook the Pasta:
While the meatloaf bakes, cook macaroni noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Make the Cheese Sauce:
In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together milk, cheddar cheese soup, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth. Stir in 2 cups of shredded cheese until fully melted and creamy.
Assemble the Casserole:
Spread the cooked macaroni and cheese sauce over the baked meatloaf. Drizzle the remaining ketchup and BBQ sauce on top, then sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese.
Bake Again:
Return to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Dig into this Cheesy Loaded Meatloaf Casserole a creamy, savory, and satisfying meal that’s sure to be a family favorite!
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