Big Mac Casserole Bake (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Beef Layer
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900 g ground beef
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1 large onion, diced
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2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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120 ml dill pickle chips, chopped
→ Sauce & Dairy
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180 g shredded cheddar cheese
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4 large eggs
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120 ml heavy cream
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120 ml mayonnaise
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2 tablespoons yellow mustard
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2 tablespoons ketchup
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon paprika
→ Finishing
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240 ml shredded iceberg lettuce
# Preparation Steps:
01 -
Set oven temperature to 175°C and allow to fully preheat before beginning assembly.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and diced onion until the beef is thoroughly browned and onions are translucent. Drain excess fat from the pan.
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Stir in Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Continue cooking for 2 minutes to allow flavors to incorporate, then remove from heat.
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Evenly spread the seasoned beef mixture into a 23x33 cm baking dish. Distribute chopped dill pickle chips across the surface.
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In a mixing bowl, vigorously whisk eggs, heavy cream, mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup, onion powder, and paprika until fully combined and smooth.
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Pour the prepared egg mixture over the beef and pickle layer in the baking dish, spreading evenly to cover entire surface.
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Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese uniformly over the entire casserole.
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Place the baking dish onto the center oven rack and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until cheese is deeply melted and surface is bubbling.
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Allow casserole to cool for several minutes. Before serving, garnish the top with shredded iceberg lettuce for crisp contrast.
# Additional Tips:
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For best results, allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before slicing to maintain clean portions.