Description
A comforting, cheesy, meaty casserole that brings all the bold flavors of a BBQ bacon cheeseburger into one irresistible dish. Perfect for weeknight dinners or game-day feasts, this easy-to-make casserole is loaded with seasoned beef, smoky BBQ sauce, crispy bacon, and gooey cheddar—all baked to bubbly perfection!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef ????
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce ????
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese ????
- 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled ????
- 1 cup cooked macaroni ????
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs ????
- Salt and pepper to taste ????
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2️⃣ In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, then stir in the BBQ sauce.
3️⃣ In a baking dish, combine the cooked macaroni, beef mixture, and half of the shredded cheese. Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top.
4️⃣ Bake for 20-25 minutes, then remove and sprinkle crumbled bacon and the remaining cheese over the top.
5️⃣ Bake for another 5 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and melted.
6️⃣ Serve warm and enjoy the cheesy, smoky goodness!
Notes
- Add sautéed onions or pickles for an extra burger-inspired flavor.
- A drizzle of mustard or burger sauce after baking gives it that classic cheeseburger tang.
- Want a spicy kick? Toss in some jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce!
- Pairs well with coleslaw, fries, or a crisp side salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Casserole
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: ~85mg