Bacon Cheeseburger Grilled Cheese Casserole is an easy hamburger casserole recipe loaded with ground beef, onions and cheese all sandwiched between layers of toasted bread.
Bacon Cheeseburger Grilled Cheese Casserole is an easy dinner recipe the whole family will love.
This delicious casserole is loaded with ground beef, bacon, onions and cheese sandwiched between layers of bread.
Ingredients You’ll Need for Bacon Cheeseburger Grilled Cheese Casserole
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup yellow onion, diced
- 1/2 cup real bacon bits
- 1/4 cup mayo
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 12 slices bread
- 1/2 cup margarine
- 4 cups shredded mozzarella and cheddar blend
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This hamburger casserole takes less than 45 minutes from start to finish and serves 6 people.
Step by Step Instructions for Making Bacon Cheeseburger Grilled Cheese Casserole
STEP 1:
To make this cheeseburger casserole, I started by cooking some ground beef in a large skillet with a dab of margarine.
I crumbled the ground beef well while it was cooking.
When the ground beef was fully cooked, I added some diced onions to the pan.
STEP 2:
I stirred the onions into the beef and left them to cook for a few minutes stirring occasionally.
Then I removed the pan from the heat and added some crumbled bacon, mayo, ketchup, mustard, salt, pepper and onion powder.
I stirred until all of the ingredients were fully combined.
STEP 3:
I spread 6 slices of bread with margarine and then cut them in half.
I lay the bread slices, margarine side down, in the bottom of a greased 9 x 13 inch baking dish.
STEP 4:
Then I sprinkled some shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the bread slices.
I spooned the ground beef mixture on top of the cheese and spread it out evenly.
STEP 5:
Then I sprinkled more shredded cheese on top of the meat.
I spread 6 more slices of bread with margarine and cut them in half.
Then I lay the bread slices, margarine side up, on top of the casserole.
STEP 6:
I placed the dish in the oven and baked it until the bread on top was golden brown.
This delicious casserole is oozing with melted cheese.
It’s a fun way to turn grilled cheese into a hearty meal.
If you are looking for a fun ground beef dinner idea, then you need to try this Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole with Ground Beef!
You could also try this recipe with ground turkey or ground chicken for a lighter version.
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How should I store Bacon Cheeseburger Grilled Cheese Casserole?
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat thoroughly before serving.
What should I serve with my grilled cheese casserole?
Grilled cheese casserole pairs well with a variety of side dishes that complement its cheesy, comforting flavors. Here are some suggestions:
- Soup: A classic pairing with grilled cheese sandwiches, a bowl of tomato soup or creamy tomato basil soup is a fantastic option. The warmth and tanginess of the soup contrast nicely with the richness of the casserole.
- Salad: A fresh, crisp salad can balance the richness of the casserole. Consider a simple green salad with vinaigrette dressing or a Caesar salad with crunchy croutons.
- Roasted Vegetables: Roasted vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, or Brussels sprouts provide a delicious contrast in texture and flavor. The caramelization from roasting adds depth to the meal.
- Chips or Fries: For a more indulgent option, serve the casserole with some crispy French fries or potato chips. The crunchiness of the fries or chips pairs well with the creamy texture of the casserole.
Bacon Cheeseburger Grilled Cheese Casserole
Bacon Cheeseburger Grilled Cheese Casserole is an easy dinner recipe the whole family will love. This delicious casserole is loaded with ground beef, bacon, onions and cheese sandwiched between layers of bread.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup yellow onion, diced
- 1/2 cup real bacon bits
- 1/4 cup mayo
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 12 slices bread
- 1/2 cup margarine
- 4 cups shredded mozzarella and cheddar blend
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400F.
- Cook ground beef in a large frying pan over medium-high heat with a dab of butter or margarine.
- Crumble ground beef well while it's cooking.
- Once the ground beef is cooked, drain excess grease from the pan.
- Add the diced onions to the pan with the ground beef and stir well.
- Continue cooking for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the pan from the heat and add bacon bits, mayo, ketchup, mustard, salt, pepper and onion powder. Stir well.
- Spread 6 of the slices of bread with 1/4 cup of the margarine and then cut them in half.
- Lay the pieces of bread, margarine side down, in a greased 9 x 13 inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle 2 cups of the cheese on top of the bread.
- Spoon the meat mixture on top of the cheese and spread it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining 2 cups of cheese over the meat.
- Spread 6 more slices of bread with 1/4 cup of margarine and cut them in half as well.
- Lay the pieces of bread, margarine side up, on top of the casserole.
- Place the dish in the oven and bake until the top bread is golden brown. 20-24 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy!
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Angela Olmstead
Friday 22nd of January 2021
This reminds me of an old Betty Crocker recipe called “Toasty Cheese Bake”, where you pour beaten eggs over the casserole and then bake.