Description
Savor the nostalgic flavors of a Big Mac with this delicious Big Mac Casserole, a comforting dish that brings the iconic fast-food experience right to your dinner table. Perfect for family meals, this hearty casserole is packed with lean ground beef, tender potatoes, and a flavorful homemade sauce that mimics the classic Big Mac taste. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up this easy recipe that caters to both kids and adults alike. With its one-dish convenience and customizable toppings, it’s a great option for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 lb russet potatoes
- 1/2 white onion
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- Dill pickles (chopped)
- 1 tsp. olive oil
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tsp. yellow mustard
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp. onion powder
- 1 vine tomato (chopped)
- handful white onions (chopped)
- handful shredded iceberg lettuce
- 1/4 cup dill pickle chips
- 1 tbsp. dill pickle juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wash and chop the russet potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- In a medium pan over medium heat, add olive oil and the chopped potatoes with water. Season with salt and pepper, cooking until softened (5-10 minutes). Transfer to a baking dish.
- In the same pan, cook ground beef and chopped onions until browned. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and mustard; mix with potatoes in the baking dish.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese and cover with foil; bake for 15 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Meanwhile, mix mayonnaise, ketchup, chopped pickles, and dill pickle juice in a bowl for your sauce.
- Once baked, remove foil and top with sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and pickles before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 casserole (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg