Mac Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf (Printer-Friendly Version)
Hearty meatloaf layered with creamy mac and cheese, glazed with a sweet barbecue topping for a comforting meal.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Meatloaf
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568 g lean ground beef
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120 g bread crumbs
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2 large eggs
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1 small white onion, peeled and diced
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2 tsp garlic powder
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2 tsp dried parsley
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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120 ml honey barbecue sauce
→ Stuffing
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240 ml creamy macaroni and cheese
→ Topping
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120 g shredded mozzarella cheese
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80 ml ketchup
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27 g brown sugar
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30 ml yellow mustard
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15 ml honey
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Set the oven to 175°C to ensure even cooking.
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In a mixing bowl, thoroughly mix lean ground beef, bread crumbs, eggs, diced onion, garlic powder, dried parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until fully incorporated.
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On a baking sheet or clean surface, form half the meat mixture into a 25 cm long loaf, pressing the center flat to hold the filling.
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Evenly spread the creamy macaroni and cheese over the flat center area of the formed meatloaf.
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Carefully place the remaining meat mixture on top, sealing the edges to enclose the mac and cheese completely.
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Mix ketchup, brown sugar, yellow mustard, and honey in a small bowl until smooth, then spread over the assembled meatloaf.
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Place the meatloaf in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 50 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 70°C.
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Sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top during the last 5 minutes of baking to melt and form a golden crust.
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Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes after baking to retain juices and improve slicing.
# Handy Cooking Tips:
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Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 70°C for safe consumption.