Description
A delicious and indulgent beef mac n cheese burger that combines juicy grilled beef patties with creamy, cheesy macaroni. Perfect for a hearty meal that satisfies your comfort food cravings in about 35 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Patties
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 4 burger buns
Mac and Cheese
- 1 cup macaroni
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Cook Macaroni: Cook macaroni according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Prepare Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, then add milk and shredded cheddar cheese, stirring continuously until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Mix Macaroni with Cheese: Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce, stirring well to combine into a creamy mac and cheese.
- Form and Season Patties: Divide the ground beef into four equal portions and form into patties. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Cook Patties: Grill or pan-fry the beef patties over medium-high heat until cooked to your preferred doneness, typically about 4-5 minutes per side for medium.
- Assemble Burgers: Place each beef patty on a burger bun, top generously with the mac and cheese mixture, then cover with the top bun to complete the burger.
Notes
- You can add crispy bacon or caramelized onions for extra flavor.
- Use whole milk or creamier cheese for a richer mac and cheese topping.
- To keep patties juicy, avoid pressing down while cooking.
- Buns can be toasted lightly on the grill or pan for added texture.
