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Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole: A Comfort Food Fusion

Introduction:

Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole is the ultimate comfort food fusion, blending two beloved dishes: mac and cheese and meatloaf. This hearty, cheesy casserole is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or any occasion when you need a meal that will leave everyone satisfied. With layers of tender meatloaf, creamy mac and cheese, and a melty cheese topping, it’s a dish that combines savory and cheesy goodness in every bite.

History:

While the origins of meatloaf date back to the 19th century in Europe and America, it quickly became a staple in American households as a budget-friendly and filling meal. Mac and cheese, on the other hand, has roots in colonial America, evolving into the creamy, cheesy comfort dish we know today. The combination of meatloaf and mac and cheese in a casserole form is a modern twist, showcasing how culinary traditions evolve to create new, innovative comfort food combinations.

Ingredients:

For the Meatloaf:

• 1 cup ketchup
• 1 cup Sweet Baby Ray’s Hickory & Brown Sugar barbecue sauce
• 2 lbs lean ground beef
• 30 Ritz Crackers, crushed
• 2 oz Lipton onion soup mix
• 2 eggs

For the Mac and Cheese:

• 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:

1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish for easy removal later.
2. Prepare the Meatloaf:
   • In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ketchup and barbecue sauce. Set it aside for later.
   • In a large bowl, add the ground beef. Crush the Ritz Crackers and mix them into the meat.
   • Add the Lipton onion soup mix and eggs, followed by ½ cup of the ketchup-barbecue sauce mixture. Mix everything together until fully combined.
   • Press the meat mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, then spread the remaining ketchup-barbecue sauce mixture over the top.
   • Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
3. Prepare the Mac and Cheese:
   • While the meatloaf is baking, cook the macaroni noodles according to package directions, then drain them.
   • In a large bowl, whisk together the milk and condensed cheddar cheese soup until smooth.
   • Stir in the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, mixing well.

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