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Bacon Cheeseburger Rice Stack

Print recipeBacon Cheeseburger Rice Stack Dinner

Bacon Cheeseburger Rice Stack layers juicy beef, tender rice, sharp cheddar, and crispy bacon for a hearty, comforting dinner.

Prep time
20 minutes
Cook time
25 minutes
Total time
45 minutes
Yield
4 servings

Ingredients

Beef Layer 450 g ground beef (80/20 blend) 1/2 medium yellow onion, diced 1 tbsp fresh garlic, minced 1 tsp seasoned salt   Sauce & Rice 225 ml tomato sauce 60 ml ketchup 1 tbsp yellow mustard 320 g instant rice 480 ml beef broth   Finishing & Assembly 120 g cooked bacon, chopped 110 g sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat skillet over medium-high, cook beef and onion 6–8 minutes until browned.
  2. Step 2: Add garlic, sauté 1 minute, drain fat, season with salt.
  3. Step 3: Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, mustard, rice, and broth. Simmer until rice absorbs liquid.
  4. Step 4: Mix in half the cheese and bacon.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle remaining cheese and bacon on top, cover to melt.
  6. Step 6: Pack rice mixture into a greased ring mold, layer with bacon and cheese, top with more rice.
  7. Step 7: Finish with toppings, broil briefly, then serve hot.

Notes

Ensure rice absorbs all broth for best stack texture. Use a broil or torch for a golden cheese finish.

Nutrition

Calories
540
Fat
29g
Saturated fat
14g
Sugar
9g
Sodium
780mg
Protein
34g
Carbohydrates
42g
Fiber
2g