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Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole

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A quick and easy 5-ingredient comfort meal combining crispy bacon, melted cheddar, seasoned ground beef, and tangy pickles baked into a cheesy casserole.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (about 200 grams)
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup chopped dill pickles
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1 tbsp yellow mustard
  • Optional: 1 tsp onion powder
  • Optional: 1/2 tsp garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  2. Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Drain on paper towels, let cool, then chop into bite-sized pieces. Leave some bacon fat in the pan.
  3. Add ground beef to the skillet with bacon fat. Break up and cook until no pink remains, about 7-9 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Drain excess fat if needed but leave a little for moisture.
  4. Stir in ketchup and mustard, cooking for another 1-2 minutes to meld flavors.
  5. Whisk eggs in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  6. Spread cooked ground beef evenly in the greased baking dish. Sprinkle chopped bacon and chopped dill pickles over the beef.
  7. Pour whisked eggs evenly over the layers, then top with shredded cheddar cheese.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes until eggs are set and cheese is bubbly and golden. A knife inserted near the center should come out clean.
  9. Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Use thick-cut bacon for better texture. Save some bacon fat for cooking beef to enhance flavor. Let casserole rest 5 minutes before slicing for easier serving. Tent with foil if cheese browns too fast. Broil last 2 minutes for a golden crust. Can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight; add extra baking time if cold.

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