Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole with Turkey Bacon Bliss
A delicious twist on classic comfort food, featuring a rich blend of macaroni and cheese layered with flavorful meatloaf and crispy turkey bacon.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 6 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions; drain.
- In a skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy; set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked macaroni, ground turkey, crumbled turkey bacon, cheese, milk, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Top with breadcrumbs and additional cheese if desired.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute ground turkey with lentils.
- Feel free to adjust the types of cheese used for different flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Mac and Cheese, Meatloaf, Casserole