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Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole

This comforting Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole takes just 20 minutes to prep. Perfect for busy weeknights, this family-favorite dish blends the classic flavors of a juicy bacon cheeseburger with the ease of a casserole. 

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 449 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 small yellow onion chopped
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups beef broth
  • 1 1/2 cups 2% milk
  • 4 lices crispy bacon cooked and chopped
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 Tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 12 ounces elbow macaroni cooked according to package instructions
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese divided

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set side. Cook the pasta according to package instructions if it isn't already cooked.
  2. In a large skillet, cook the lean beef and chopped onion over medium-high heat until the beef is no longer pink and the onion is softened, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat. 1 pound lean ground beef, 1 small yellow onion,
  3. Sprinkle the flour over the ground beef mixture, stirring well to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes over medium heat, until the flour is well-distributed and slightly browned. 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  4. Gradually stir in the beef broth, milk, bacon pieces, ketchup, yellow mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce has thickened and is smooth. 1 1/2 cups beef broth, 1 1/2 cups 2% milk, 4 slices crispy bacon, 1/4 cup ketchup, 1 Tablespoon yellow mustard, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked elbow macaroni, half of the shredded cheddar cheese, and the beef and sauce mixture. Stir well to combine. 12 ounces elbow macaroni, 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  6. Pour the macaroni and beef mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
  7. Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is melted, bubbly and lightly golden brown.

Notes

  • Use ground turkey or ground chicken if you'd like. I recommend adding a teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce if you choose one of these meats to help deepen the flavor.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For longer storage, you can place the casserole in the freezer in an airtight container for up to 2 months.
  • Refer to the article above for more tips and tricks.
  • The calories shown are based on the recipe serving 8, with 1 serving being 1/8 of the casserole. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. The information in the nutrition box are calculated through a program and there is room for error. If you need an accurate count, I recommend running the ingredients through your favorite nutrition calculator.**

Nutrition Information

Calories 449kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 41g (14%) Protein 29g (58%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 6g Trans Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 74mg (25%) Sodium 635mg (26%) Potassium 530mg (15%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 373IU (7%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 273mg (27%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 449

% Daily Value*

Calories 449kcal 22%
Carbohydrates 41g 14%
Protein 29g 58%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 6g 30%
Trans Fat 0.2g 10%
Cholesterol 74mg 25%
Sodium 635mg 26%
Potassium 530mg 11%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 373IU 7%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 273mg 27%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.