Macaroni Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf is a tender meatloaf that’s stuffed with extra cheesy macaroni, making it a dinner you can’t resist!
Macaroni Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf is the perfect way to bring new life to the classic meatloaf. No more boring dinners with this surprise center!
I’ve partnered with Bob Evans to create this out-of-this-world weeknight dinner recipe, which is a match made in heaven.
You know how much I love making recipes that are simple and easy. Bob Evans is the perfect partner for me because I can quickly pick up a package of their famous Macaroni and Cheese and adapt it into a complete meal for my family. It’s all about those semi-homemade dinners, am I right?
They make me look like an awesome chef, when really it’s actually super simple to throw together!
My kids and I absolutely love Bob Evans’ Macaroni and Cheese on it’s own, so I knew my family would flip for this stuffed meatloaf.
I combined my meatloaf ingredients together in a bowl, then shaped half of the meat mixture into a free-form meatloaf bowl.
TIP: Use half ground beef and half Bob Evans’ ground sausage to give this meatloaf even more flavor!
You’ll want to make sure that you don’t make the bottom and sides too thin, as it will have issues holding up once it’s baked.
Combine the macaroni and cheese with some mozzarella cheese and then scoop it into the meatloaf bowl.
Top the meatloaf with the remaining meat mixture, pinch the sides closed and then bake.
Once it’s mostly cooked, you’ll take it out of the oven and slather on my super simple topping. Pop it back into the oven for just a few more minutes and you’re done!
Serve this Macaroni Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf with a side salad or some Parmesan Roasted Broccoli and your family is going to LOVE you forever.
Once you cut into the meatloaf, their jaws will drop!
My kids went bonkers for this, and so did I! I’m a huge fan of quick and easy meals like this, so this was definitely a win in my book!
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Macaroni Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ lb. lean ground beef
- 1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup finely diced onion
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- ½ cup honey bbq sauce
- 1 cup Bob Evans Macaroni and Cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
For the topping:
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 ½ tbsp yellow mustard
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with tinfoil and lightly spray with non-stick spray then set aside.
- Combine the lean ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, onion, garlic powder, parsley, salt, pepper and honey bbq sauce in a large bowl, kneading the mixture until fully combined.
- Take half of the meat mixture and shape it into about an 8”x4” loaf in the center of the casserole dish. Gently press down in the center of the loaf, creating a small cavity in the middle, leaving the sides about 1 inch thick.
- In a separate bowl mix together the Bob Evans macaroni and cheese with the mozzarella cheese, then pour into the small cavity in the meat mixture. Use the remaining meat mixture to top the loaf, making sure to enclose the macaroni and cheese by pinching the sides closed.
- Bake for 40 minutes then remove from oven and increase temperature to 400 degrees F.
- In a new small dish combine the topping ingredients and then pour/brush over the top of the meatloaf. Return to the oven for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until meatloaf is cooked through and topping is bubbly.
- Let meatloaf stand for at least 5 to 10 minutes before slicing and enjoying.
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Sue T
After you make the “base” can you chill it in order for it to set up a little? Mine would fall apart I think. *I also use a splash of Worcestershire in the sauce
Jay
Would you alter any of the ingredients for 85/15 ground turkey so it doesn’t end up dry or does the higher fat ratio compensate that?
MJG
Is there a reason you don’t use a loaf pan?
yves de carufel
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Ginny
Do you cook the mac n cheese first
Shawn
If you’re using the Bob Evans mac and cheese, then no. It’s precooked and can be mixed in cold.
Casey
I made this last night, but I made homemade Mac in the crockpot first earlier in the day, and used that. It was sooo good and my husband said the glaze/sauce on top was amazing and probably the best meatloaf he’d ever had. It took some patience to mold the meat in to shape to be able to fill it with Mac, and the only thing was I don’t think I left enough meat for to top because it broke apart while cooking from the edges; but it was still super good and I will be making it again. I served it with homemade Caesar salad.
Rhonda Smith
Can you please tell me how long and at what temperature to cook this at when using an air fryer oven and when using an insta pot ?
Shawn
I haven’t tested this recipe in the air fryer, but you can reference my Instant Pot Meatloaf Recipe for pressure cooker instructions.
Doug
I am so glad I found this site ! I love meatloaf I am going to make this one very soon Simple easy recipe Picture looks good enough to eat I am hungry now for it ! Thank you . Doug
Shawn
Hope you enjoy it!
Sandy
I do not have the Bob Evans mac n cheese. Will it turn out if I use my own mac & cheese, adding 1 cup of cheese?
Shawn
You should be good using your own mac with the added cheese! Enjoy!
Shelby
I’ve made this recipe a few times now. It’s so quick and easy. The meatloaf recipe itself, even without the macaroni and cheese is great.
However, tonight, this time making it, I messed up and forgot the mozzarella cheese. All I have his sharp cheddar, but I went ahead with the recipe, low and behold, I think that the cheddar cheese mistake made it even that much better. Maybe not calorie wise, but taste wise I think that sharp cheddar added to the Bob Evans Mac and cheese is a-mazing.
Thanks for this recipe, it’s a staple in my recipe collection.
Shawn
That’s a great substitution! My husband loves sharp cheddar cheese so I’m sure he would love that too!
Shakira Holmes
I’m definitely making this today..I Love this site
Sara
Hi this recipe looks great. If I want to skip out the cheese, can I put plain macaroni in the middle or will it be dry? Would just mixing it with some sauce be enough?
Shawn
You can skip the extra cheese. You’ll be just fine!
Ora Williams
I made this in a bunt pan and it turned out so pretty. I used hunt’s diced tomatoes for meatloaf and it was so good. I would like to freeze a couple is that possible.
Shawn
Hi Ora, you can definitely freeze them. Great way to stock up on easy dinners!
Jackie
Very delicious…..I came across this recipe by accident and had to make due with the ingredients I had at home. I used white cheddar Mac and cheese instead and it turned out great! Recipe is simple, ingredients are typical, and family was satisfied. This one is a keeper 🙂
Shawn
Nice! So glad you enjoyed the recipe Jackie!
Lake
Can you make this in the crock pot?
Shawn
I’ve never made my meatloaf in the crock pot before, but I’m sure it would work. Just make sure you cook it until the internal temperature of the meatloaf is about 160 degrees F.
Vickie
Yummy awesomen recipe
Shawn
So glad you enjoyed it!
Amber
This is by far the best meatloaf! I’ve made it many times for my friends and family, no left overs are ever left. I even made one for my office at work to try and each of them requested the recipe!
Connie Dueñez
Whoah baby… This meatloaf is Amazing.. fan-freakin-tabulous!…. … I have made this twice in two weeks.. 1st one I shared w/neighbors, the one I’m making tonight I will freeze the leftovers.. My husband doesn’t care for Mac n cheese however he just DEVOURED this meatloaf.. Thanks so much for sharing this recipe with us .. .. .. if I could rate this with ten Stars I would!
Shawn
So glad you enjoyed it, but it looks like you gave it ONE star.. lol. Sorry if it’s a bit confusing on how to rate it. 🙂
Lena
I make this with grpund chicken instead of ground beef. Very very good!!!
Shawn
Awesome! So glad you enjoy it!
A Happy Dad
Made it tonight. Family loved it. Daughter says “That’s Dank Dad ” (I guess that means good). So thank you for the recipe. Now Choc. Molten Lava Cake for dessert. Thanks for that one to.
Jesse stiles
I’m looking to cut down on the amount of greasy beef in my household (where I am lean beef is incredibly expensive), could I possibly use ground pork instead? I’d love advice before wasting precious meats, as they are pricey. Thanks so much
Denna
I’m making it right now and I’m making mash potatoes& spinach/w crusted parmigian cheese
Angel humphrey
Can you use the mac no cheese from the frozen section?
Shawn
I would stick with the Bob Evans macaroni or something similar (if you don’t have access to Bob Evans) found in the refrigerated section.
Raye
I’m going to make this on Tuesday, I was wondering if you put the mac and cheese into the meat mixture straight out of the package or if you microwave it a little bit first. Thanks in advance 🙂
Shawn
No need to microwave first!
MJG
Is there a reason why you choose to shape loaf free form instead of using a loaf pan?
Kathy
Baking now … Super excited! I used 4 lbs of meat and it’s huge!!! I added the BBQ sauce to the topping mix! No leftovers here! Thank you for sharing and I can’t wait to try more of your recipes!
Skye Hetterscheidt
Did you have to increase the cooking time for more meat? If so, how long did it take?
Thanks:)
Sheila Bradley
This looks fabulous ~ am going to try it tonight. Was wondering if you could make them up, and freeze them to bake at a later date ??
Shawn
Hi Sheila, I have not tried that before, but my best guess would be to make these fresh. You could always try freezing the meatloaf after it’s been prepared though!
Amy Merat
Made this tonight and it was amazing!!
Shawn
So great to hear! Thanks Amy!
Ron
Fantastic!!! The only change I made was to add a pinch of tarragon to the seasoning.. but then I’m mad about tarragon! ☺️
Shawn
Oh, I’ve got to try it with Tarragon!
Evelyn Hawkins
Shawn, thanks for this easy and delicious meatloaf recipe. Is was a total hit for us.
Shawn
So good to hear! Glad you enjoyed it Evelyn!
Taya
This is an amazing meatloaf. So I had to make a few changes because of what I had on hand. Used “meatloaf mix” which is beef, meal and pork mix, used velveeta boxed mac n cheese and inside I put white American slices and velveeta slices because my fiance and I are cheese fanatics.Best meatloaf I’ve ever had and I love meatloaf. This is now in my menu rotation. Matter of fact making it for Thanksgiving 2020 as we are not gathering so wanted a less traditional dinner for the two of us. So glad I found this recipe.
Coleen
I would use bbq sauce on top, going to give it a try
Shawn
You can definitely do that too!
Christina
AMAZING….everyone of my boys loves it, and everyone eats it..lol. Today it’s a request for a birthday dinner!! Thank you for a great recipe!!!
Heather Kinnaird
holy lord this look s amazing!! i think this could make my husband actually like meatloaf
Shawn
HA! You’ll love it!
Eileen
This is comfort food at its finest. I’m drooling!
Shawn
So good! You’ll enjoy it!