INGREDIENTS:
1 lb ground beef
Salt and pepper to taste
4 hamburger buns
1 box macaroni and cheese (prepared according to package instructions)
4 slices of cheddar cheese
4 slices of cooked bacon
Lettuce and tomato slices (optional)
Pickles (optional)
BBQ sauce (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS:
Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan.
Season the ground beef with salt and pepper, then shape into 4 patties.
Grill the patties to your desired doneness, typically 4-5 minutes per side for medium.
While the burgers are cooking, prepare the macaroni and cheese according to the package instructions.
When the burgers are almost done, top each with a slice of cheddar cheese and allow it to melt.
Toast the hamburger buns lightly on the grill.
To assemble the burgers, place a spoonful of macaroni and cheese on the bottom half of each bun.
Add a burger patty on top of the macaroni and cheese.
Place a slice of cooked bacon on each patty.
Optionally, add lettuce, tomato slices, pickles, and a drizzle of BBQ sauce.
Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately.
This loaded macaroni and cheese burger combines the comfort of mac and cheese with the classic American burger, making it a flavorful and indulgent meal that’s sure to get people talking!