Description
Hearty bacon cheeseburger casserole brings classic diner flavors into a comforting home-cooked meal. Ground beef, crispy bacon, and melted cheese combine in a satisfying dinner that delivers familiar burger tastes you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) ground beef
- 1 lb (454 g) bacon (precisely chopped into 1/2 inch segments)
- 2 cups (480 ml) finely shredded Cheddar cheese
- 4 large eggs (thoroughly beaten)
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) white vinegar
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) dill pickle relish
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) granular sweetener
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) finely minced white onion
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) sugar-free ketchup
- 1 tsp Montreal Steak Seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and generously coat a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray to prevent adherence.
- Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp and golden. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess fat, then crumble into bite-sized pieces.
- Using the same skillet with residual bacon drippings, brown ground beef over medium heat. Drain any accumulated grease and season thoroughly with Montreal steak seasoning, ensuring even flavor distribution.
- Combine crumbled bacon, seasoned ground beef, and remaining ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Gently fold components together until uniformly mixed.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly to create a consistent layer. Place in preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the top turns golden and edges become slightly crispy.
- Remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes to allow ingredients to settle. Slice into portions and serve hot, garnishing with optional fresh herbs or additional cheese if desired.
Notes
- Choose thick-cut bacon for maximum crispiness and robust flavor that will elevate the casserole’s overall taste profile.
- Drain ground beef thoroughly to prevent excess grease, ensuring a lighter and less oily final dish.
- Replace traditional bread crumbs with crushed pork rinds or almond flour to make the recipe keto-friendly and reduce carbohydrate content.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like sharp cheddar or smoked gouda to customize the flavor complexity and add personal flair to the classic recipe.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 551 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 46 g
- Saturated Fat: 19 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg