Classic Meatloaf with Creamy Mac
A traditional beef meatloaf served with creamy stovetop macaroni and cheese for a classic comfort food dinner.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Small Bowl
- Medium Saucepan
- Whisk
- Loaf pan or baking dish
- Large pot
- Knife
Ingredients
Classic Meatloaf
- 1 1/2 lb ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 small onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1/3 cup ketchup
Creamy Macaroni
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk or light cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- cooking spray or oil for baking dish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a loaf pan or baking dish.
- Combine breadcrumbs and milk in a small bowl and let soften.
- Mix ground beef, soaked breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt, black pepper, paprika, parsley, and ketchup until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place in the prepared pan.
- Bake uncovered for 55 to 60 minutes until fully cooked.
- While the meatloaf bakes, cook macaroni in salted water until tender and drain.
- Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, then slowly whisk in milk until slightly thickened.
- Reduce heat and stir in cheddar until melted and smooth, then add macaroni and stir to coat.
- Let meatloaf rest 10 minutes before slicing and serving with creamy macaroni.
Notes
Keep the cheese sauce slightly loose so the macaroni stays creamy when served.