Mac Cheese Bacon Burger Rolls Recipe (Print Version)
Discover an irresistible recipe for mac cheese bacon burger rolls—perfect for hearty mains filled with cheesy and savory goodness.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Contains dairy and gluten
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
01 -
8 Burger Buns
02 -
1 lb Ground Beef (80/20 blend)
03 -
6 slices Thick-cut Bacon
04 -
1 lb Elbow Macaroni
→ Cheese Sauce Ingredients
05 -
1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
06 -
1/2 cup Milk (Whole Milk)
07 -
1/4 cup Butter (Unsalted)
08 -
1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour
→ Seasonings & Spices
09 -
Salt
10 -
Black Pepper
11 -
Garlic Powder
12 -
Worcestershire Sauce
→ Optional Extras
13 -
Caramelized Onions
14 -
Different types of cheese
# Instructions:
01 -
Cook the macaroni according to package directions. Drain well and set aside.
02 -
Melt butter in a saucepan. Whisk in flour, then slowly whisk in milk until smooth. Stir in cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder and Worcestershire sauce.
03 -
Stir in cooked macaroni and crumbled bacon. Mix until pasta is coated in cheese sauce.
04 -
Form ground beef into patties. Season with salt and pepper. Cook in a pan over medium-high heat until cooked through.
05 -
Cut buns in half. Spoon mac and cheese onto bottom halves. Top with patties and bun tops.
06 -
Serve hot and enjoy!
# Notes:
01 -
Don't forget to salt the pasta water!
02 -
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
03 -
Experiment with different types of cheese!
04 -
Serve with a side salad and your favorite drink.
# Equipment Needed:
01 -
Large saucepan
02 -
frying pan
03 -
mixing bowls
# Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 600 Calories (per serving)
Total Fat: 35 grams
Total Carbohydrate: 40 grams
Protein: 30 grams