This Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta Bake is everything you love about a classic cheeseburger—juicy beef, crispy bacon, tangy condiments, and plenty of melted cheddar—baked into a warm, creamy, pasta-filled casserole. It’s bold, rich, and the definition of comfort food, perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or game day feasts.
At the heart of this dish is a savory ground beef mixture simmered with ketchup, mustard, onion, and garlic. The addition of sour cream brings a creamy texture that mimics the indulgent feel of a diner-style burger. Crumbled bacon and cheddar cheese tie it all together, adding smoky depth and gooey richness to every bite.
Pasta acts as the perfect base, soaking up all the meaty, cheesy flavors. Once assembled in a casserole dish and baked to bubbling perfection, the result is golden on top and irresistibly melty inside. Every scoop delivers the essence of a cheeseburger in a spoonable, fork-friendly format.
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Customize it to suit your cravings—add pickles, swap in BBQ sauce, or toss in some jalapeños for heat. However you build it, this bake brings full-on comfort in a single pan.
Servings and timing:
Serves: 6
Total Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients:
- 12 oz penne or elbow pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions:
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