• Provides the creamy base for our cheese sauce.

10.5 oz Condensed Cheddar Cheese Soup 

• Adds rich, cheesy flavor to the mac and cheese.

1 tsp Salt 

• Enhances the overall flavor of the dish.

1 tsp Pepper 

• Adds a touch of heat and complexity.

1 tbsp Garlic Powder 

• Infuses a subtle garlic flavor into the mac and cheese.

1 tbsp Onion Powder 

• Complements the onion soup mix in the meatloaf.

4 Cups Shredded Mozzarella and Cheddar Cheese Blend 

• The perfect melty, cheesy topping for the casserole.

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

• Heat: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). 

2. Prepare the Sauce Mixture

• Mix Sauces: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ketchup and barbecue sauce, then set aside. 

3. Prepare the Burger Patties

• Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the ground beef. Place Ritz crackers in a large Ziploc bag and crush them using a rolling pin, then add the crumbs to the ground beef. 
• Add Flavorings: Add the Lipton onion soup mix and eggs to the ground beef mixture. Pour in 1/2 cup of the ketchup and barbecue sauce mixture. 
• Mix and Shape: Use your hands to mix all of the ingredients together until fully combined. Press the meatloaf mixture evenly into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. 

4. Bake the Meatloaf

• Bake: Spread the remaining ketchup and barbecue sauce mixture on top of the meatloaf.  Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

5. Cook the Macaroni

• Boil Pasta: While the meatloaf is baking, cook the macaroni noodles according to the package directions, then drain. 

6. Prepare the Cheese Sauce

• Whisk Sauce: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk and condensed cheddar cheese soup until no lumps remain. 
• Season: Add the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to the bowl and whisk well. Stir in the cooked macaroni noodles until they are coated in the liquid. Mix in 2 cups of the shredded cheese. 

7. Assemble the Casserole

• Combine: Once the meatloaf has baked for 30 minutes, remove it from the oven. Pour the macaroni mixture on top of the meatloaf and spread it out evenly. 
• Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining 2 cups of shredded cheese on top of the macaroni. 

8. Final Bake

• Bake Again: Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 17-20 minutes, or until the cheese on top is fully melted and just starting to brown. 

9. Serve

• Rest and Serve: Let the casserole sit for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!