Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole
A hearty and comforting casserole that combines the classic flavors of a cheeseburger with layers of bacon, ground beef, and gooey cheese, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (or turkey for a lighter option)
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cups frozen hash browns
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- to taste Salt
- to taste pepper
Optional Toppings
- ketchup, mustard, pickles for garnish Optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef along with the diced onion, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the frozen hash browns and crumbled bacon to the meat mixture.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk, adding a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Grease a 9x13 baking dish and layer half of the beef-hash brown-bacon mixture at the bottom.
- Sprinkle a layer of cheddar cheese, followed by the remaining meat mixture, and top with mozzarella cheese.
- Pour the egg and milk mixture over the entire casserole.
Baking
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for about 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Serving
- Let cool for a few minutes, garnish with ketchup, mustard, or pickles, and serve.
Notes
You can substitute ground beef with turkey or a plant-based meat. Add bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition. For extra cheesiness, add more layers of cheese on top.