Easy Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole
Everything you love about a bacon cheeseburger comes together in this hearty pasta casserole recipe. You'll need just 20 minutes of prep to make this easy dinner that's perfect for busy nights.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 300kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked pasta rotini, elbow and mini penne work well here
- 8 slices bacon cooked, drained and crumbled
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 Tablespoon ketchup
- 1 Tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese divided use
- ½ cup 2% milk
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup diced pickles optional
- ½ cup diced tomatoes optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch oven-safe casserole dish and set aside.
- Prepare the pasta according to the package directions, and cooking just until al dente. Drain and rinse the pasta before mixing 2 cups with the other ingredients.2 cups cooked pasta
- Prepare the bacon while the pasta cooks, using your preferred method. Drain the grease then chop it up.8 slices bacon
- While the pasta is cooking, heat the ground beef and diced onion in a large skillet over medium heat, cooking until the beef is browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess grease and discard.1 pound lean ground beef, 1 small onion
- Add the garlic, salt, pepper, ketchup, and mustard, stir and cook for another minute.2 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, 1 Tablespoon ketchup, 1 Tablespoon yellow mustard
- Combine the cooked pasta, beef mixture, crumbled bacon, and half of the shredded cheese in a large bowl. Stir until everything is evenly combined.1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Whisk together the milk and eggs in a separate bowl. Pour over the pasta mixture and stir gently to combine. If using the pickles and tomatoes, stir them in now.½ cup 2% milk, 4 large eggs, ½ cup diced pickles, ½ cup diced tomatoes
- Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish, spread evenly, and top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the casserole is set and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Allow it to rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with additional chopped tomatoes and pickles, if desired.
Notes
- Cook the noodles to al dente to avoid mushy pasta.
- The bacon and hamburger should be well-drained before adding to the casserole.
- Ground turkey or chicken can be used in place of the ground beef but you may want to adjust the seasonings.
- Cheese options: Monterey Jack, Colby Jack or provolone in place of the cheddar.
- Turkey bacon can be used to reduce calories and fat.
- Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. This allows is to setup and makes it easier to slice and serve.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven until heated through.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 147mg | Sodium: 752mg | Potassium: 387mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 395IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 204mg | Iron: 2mg