Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole
This bacon cheeseburger casserole combines all the flavors of a classic bacon cheeseburger in an easy, cheesy baked pasta dish. Made with seasoned ground beef, crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, and a creamy egg mixture, this comforting casserole is perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or family dinners.
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 341kcal
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls Large and Medium
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 2 cups cooked elbow pasta or rotini pasta
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
- ½ cup milk
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup diced pickles optional
- ½ cup diced tomatoes optional
- Additional diced tomatoes and pickles for garnish optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and diced onion. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and the onion is softened. Drain any excess grease.
- Stir in the minced garlic, salt, black pepper, ketchup, and mustard. Cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, beef mixture, crumbled bacon, and ¾ cup of the shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until evenly combined.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk and eggs until smooth.
- Pour the egg mixture over the pasta mixture and stir gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Fold in the diced pickles and diced tomatoes, if using.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
- Sprinkle the remaining ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is set and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with additional diced tomatoes and pickles, if desired.
Notes
- Let the Pasta Cool Slightly: If the pasta is piping hot, let it cool for a few minutes before mixing it with the egg mixture to prevent the eggs from scrambling.
- Grease the Baking Dish Well: A light coating of cooking spray or butter makes serving and cleanup much easier.
- Shred Your Own Cheddar: Block cheese melts smoother and gives the casserole a creamier texture than pre-shredded cheese.
- Taste the Beef Mixture First: Before combining everything, taste the seasoned beef and adjust the salt or pepper if needed.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 341kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 637mg | Potassium: 327mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 402IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Vitamin D: 1µg | Calcium: 210mg | Iron: 2mg