This Big Mac Casserole captures all the beloved flavors of the iconic fast-food burger in a family-friendly casserole format that’s perfect for weeknight dinners. Seasoned ground beef mingles with tangy pickle relish and creamy Thousand Island dressing, while melted cheddar cheese creates that signature burger taste. Built on a foundation of cubed bread that soaks up all the delicious flavors, it’s comfort food that brings back childhood memories with every bite.
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Big Mac Casserole
Big Mac Casserole brings together seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, pickle relish, and Thousand Island dressing over a bread base for burger bliss.
6
servings15
minutes40
minutes500
kcal55
minutesIngredients
1 pound ground beef
1 cup diced onions
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons pickle relish
1 cup thousand island dressing
4 cups cubed bread
1 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prepare for baking.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onions until the beef is browned, about 8-10 minutes.
- Drain any excess fat from the skillet and season the beef mixture with salt and black pepper.
- Spread the cubed bread evenly in the prepared baking dish to form the base layer of the casserole.
- Evenly distribute the cooked beef mixture over the layer of bread in the baking dish.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the beef to ensure consistent melting and flavor throughout.
- Drizzle the pickle relish and thousand island dressing evenly over the cheese layer for added taste.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
- Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving to ensure it holds its shape when sliced.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 250kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
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