Bacon Cheeseburger Ramen Noodle Bake
A hearty, cheesy casserole that combines tender ramen noodles with savory ground beef, crispy bacon, and a creamy cheddar sauce—perfect for busy weeknights and guaranteed to please the whole family.
Ingredients
For the Base
- 1 lb 450 g ground beef (80/20 for richer flavor or lean for lighter option)
- 1 packet ramen noodles 3 oz / 85 g, discard seasoning packet
- 1 medium onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 6 slices bacon chopped into small pieces
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
For the Creamy Sauce
- 1 10.5 oz / 300 g can condensed cheddar cheese soup
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
For the Topping
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup crushed tortilla chips or bread crumbs
- 2 slices cooked bacon crumbled
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook chopped bacon in a skillet over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate and reserve 1 tablespoon of bacon grease.
- In the same skillet, brown ground beef with diced onion for about 7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed, then stir in garlic, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook 2 more minutes.
- Boil ramen noodles (discard seasoning) for 2 minutes, keeping them slightly undercooked. Drain and set aside.
- Whisk condensed cheddar soup, sour cream, and milk in a large bowl until smooth. Stir in shredded cheddar, mozzarella, ramen, beef mixture, and half the bacon.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread the mixture evenly, top with remaining cheddar, crushed tortilla chips or bread crumbs, and the rest of the bacon.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and melted. Rest 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with green onions if desired.