Description
A decadent layered lasagna with cheesy macaroni, smoky BBQ beef, and crispy bacon for the ultimate comfort dish.
Ingredients
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1 lb elbow macaroni
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1 lb ground beef
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1 onion, diced
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1 cup BBQ sauce
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8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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4 oz cream cheese
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2 tbsp butter
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2 tbsp all-purpose flour
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2 cups milk
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Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until just al dente, then drain and set aside.
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In a skillet, cook the bacon until crispy, then crumble and set aside, reserving a bit of fat in the pan.
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Sauté diced onions in the skillet, then add ground beef. Cook until browned, season with salt and pepper, and stir in BBQ sauce. Simmer 5 minutes.
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In a saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour. Slowly add milk until smooth, then stir in cheddar, mozzarella, and cream cheese until creamy. Mix with drained macaroni.
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Preheat oven to 375°F. In a greased 9×13-inch dish, layer macaroni, BBQ beef, and bacon. Repeat layers and top with macaroni and shredded cheese.
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Cover with foil and bake 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake 10–15 more minutes until cheese is bubbly. Let rest 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze portions for later. Serve with a salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American