Bacon Cheeseburger Mac & Cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cook bacon in large cast iron or oven-proof skillet until crispy. Remove bacon and crumble; set aside. Drain skillet. Add beef and onion to skillet; cook and stir until beef is browned and onions are softened. Drain fat.
2. Add Ketchup, Mustard, 1/2 teaspoon (2ml) of the salt and pepper to beef mixture in skillet; cook and stir until well blended and heated through. Remove skillet from heat; set aside.
3. Meanwhile, bring milk to simmer in large saucepan. Add pasta and remaining 1/2 teaspoon (2ml) salt. Cook 5 to 7 minutes or until pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally. Stir in American cheese and 2 cups (500ml) of the Cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
4. Pour macaroni and cheese mixture evenly over beef mixture in skillet. Top with remaining 1 cup (250ml) Cheddar cheese. Transfer skillet to oven.
5. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until bubbly. Sprinkle with crumbled bacon before serving.