Mac and Cheese Bacon Burger (Printer-Friendly)
Golden rolls stuffed with mac and cheese, bacon, and beef for a hearty, family-friendly comfort food.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Filling
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1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend)
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3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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2 cups cooked elbow macaroni (not too soft, drained and cooled)
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1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
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6 slices bacon, cooked until crisp, drained, and roughly crumbled
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3 tablespoons ketchup
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2 teaspoons yellow mustard
→ Rolls
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6 large wheat flour tortillas (burrito size, about 10 inches diameter)
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
# Steps to Follow:
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and immediately season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook, using a wooden spoon to break the meat into fine crumbles, until fully cooked and no pink remains, about 5-7 minutes. Drain off excess fat.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, grated cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, ketchup, and mustard. Stir gently until the cheese starts to melt and the sauce is evenly incorporated.
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Add the cooked and drained ground beef to the macaroni cheese mixture. Mix thoroughly to ensure the filling is evenly distributed.
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Lay a flour tortilla flat on a clean work surface. Spoon about 3/4 cup of filling into the center and shape it into a horizontal log, leaving a 1-inch border on all sides.
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Fold the bottom of the tortilla over the filling, then fold in both sides. Roll up tightly so the seam is on the bottom and the filling is fully encased.
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Brush the outside of each roll with melted butter. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Place the rolls seam-side down and toast for 2-3 minutes per side, rotating until golden brown and crispy all over.
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Allow the rolls to rest for 2 minutes so the filling sets. Slice in halves diagonally and serve hot with your choice of dipping sauces.
# Helpful Hints:
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Do not overfill the tortillas to avoid tearing or difficulty rolling.
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Crispy bacon and evenly crumbled beef enhance the texture and meld flavors throughout the filling.
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Moderate heat prevents burning; avoid high temperatures to ensure the rolls cook evenly and crisp up fully.
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Letting the rolls rest after pan-roasting helps maintain structure and prevents leaks.