Baked Cheeseburger Casserole Recipe

A surprisingly delicious twist on the classic cheeseburger! This easy casserole, adapted from a Reader's Digest recipe, layers juicy beef, crispy toast, and melty cheese for a comforting and unique meal. Perfect for a family dinner or a casual weeknight supper. Say goodbye to ordinary cheeseburgers and hello to a new favorite!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 584.4 kcal
Protein 84g
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Ingredients for Baked Cheeseburger Casserole

  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  • 8 slices white bread
  • 450g lean ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon prepared mustard
  • 1 teaspoon salt (divided)
  • 225g shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • cooking spray

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How to Make Baked Cheeseburger Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Butter both sides of 8 slices of bread. Cut each slice diagonally in half to create 16 triangles and set aside.
  3. Heat a medium-sized, heavy frying pan over medium heat.
  4. Add 450g ground beef, 1 medium onion (finely chopped), 2 celery stalks (finely chopped), 1 tbsp prepared mustard, and 1/2 tsp salt.
  5. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and cooked through (approximately 5-7 minutes).
  6. Grease a shallow 2-quart casserole dish.
  7. Layer half of the toast triangles in the dish. Top with half of the beef mixture, then half of 225g shredded cheddar cheese.
  8. Repeat layers with remaining toast, beef mixture, and cheese.
  9. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 large egg, 1/2 cup milk, 1 tsp dry mustard, and 1/2 tsp salt.
  10. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the casserole.
  11. Sprinkle with 1/2 tsp paprika.
  12. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

47 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

85g

Carbs

8g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Baked Cheeseburger Casserole?

Baked Cheeseburger Casserole takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Baked Cheeseburger Casserole?

Baked Cheeseburger Casserole has approximately 584.4 calories per serving, with about 84 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 52 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Baked Cheeseburger Casserole?

The key ingredients for Baked Cheeseburger Casserole are Butter, White Bread, Lean Ground Beef, Onion, Celery Ribs, English Mustard. See the full list with measurements above.

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