Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

2. 2

   Cook bacon in large skillet until crispy. Remove, drain, and crumble. Leave about 1 tablespoon bacon grease in skillet.

3. 3

   Add ground beef to same skillet and cook until browned, 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.

4. 4

   Add chopped onion and cook until softened, 3-5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.

5. 5

   In large bowl, whisk together cheddar cheese soup, milk, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until smooth.

6. 6

   Add browned beef mixture to soup mixture. Stir to combine.

7. 7

   Fold in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and half of crumbled bacon.

8. 8

   Pour mixture into prepared baking dish and spread evenly.

9. 9

   Sprinkle remaining 1 cup cheddar cheese over top.

10. 10

    Bake 25-30 minutes until bubbly and cheese is melted and lightly golden.

11. 11

    Remove from oven and sprinkle with remaining bacon.

12. 12

    Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with optional toppings if desired.

Used in this recipe: 9x13 Baking Dish · Cast-Iron Skillet · Instant-Read Thermometer (Amazon, affiliate links)