Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole
Detail
This bacon cheeseburger casserole combines seasoned ground beef, crispy bacon, pasta, creamy sauce, and melted cheddar cheese in one comforting baked dish.
Ingredients
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1 lb (450 g) ground beef
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6 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
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8 oz (225 g) elbow macaroni
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1 small onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
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½ cup sour cream
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½ cup milk
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½ cup beef broth
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2 tablespoons ketchup
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1 tablespoon yellow mustard
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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½ teaspoon paprika
Method
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a casserole dish.
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Cook the macaroni according to the package directions until just tender. Drain.
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Cook the bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towels and crumble.
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In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with the onion. Drain excess grease.
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Add garlic, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook for 1–2 minutes.
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Stir in the cooked macaroni, sour cream, milk, and beef broth.
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Mix in about 1 cup of the cheddar cheese and half of the bacon.
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Transfer everything to the casserole dish.
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Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and bacon over the top.
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Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until hot and bubbling.
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Rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Optional Toppings
For a true cheeseburger flavor, top individual servings with diced pickles, chopped tomatoes, onions, or a little extra ketchup and mustard.
Tip
For the creamiest casserole, don’t overcook the pasta before baking—it will continue cooking in the oven.
