Best 10 Bacon Venison Cheeseburger Macaroni Recipes

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In the culinary world, the harmonious fusion of bold flavors and distinct ingredients can lead to gastronomic masterpieces. When bacon, venison, cheese, and macaroni come together, they create a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. This recipe combines the smoky richness of bacon, the robust gaminess of venison, the gooey indulgence of cheese, and the comforting warmth of macaroni, resulting in a dish that is both hearty and flavorful. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice cook, this article will guide you through the process of creating this delectable dish, ensuring that every bite is an explosion of flavor.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

BACON-VENISON CHEESEBURGER MACARONI



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Turn your ground venison into a delicious burger-inspired pasta skillet with this quick and easy dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 strips thick-cut bacon, chopped
1 lb ground venison
1/4 cup ketchup
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
2 cups milk
1 cup hot water
1 box Hamburger Helper™ cheeseburger macaroni
Chopped pickles, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, as desired

Steps:

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook bacon over medium heat 5 to 7 minutes or until crisp. Using slotted spoon, transfer to small bowl. Increase heat to medium-high. Add venison to bacon drippings in skillet. Cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until venison is thoroughly cooked; do not drain.
  • Stir in ketchup and mustard. Stir in milk, hot water, and uncooked pasta and sauce mix (from Hamburger Helper™ box). Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 11 to 13 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and most of liquid is absorbed. Top with bacon. Serve with remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 980 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g

BACON CHEESEBURGER PASTA



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I try to make foods that are not only kid friendly, but are also easy to reheat since my husband works long hours and often eats later than our children. If you like, use reduced-fat cheese and ground turkey for a lighter version. -Melissa Stevens, Elk River, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 ounces uncooked penne pasta
1 pound ground beef
6 bacon strips, diced
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1/2 cup water
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Barbecue sauce and prepared mustard, optional

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain and set aside. , In the same skillet, cook bacon until crisp; remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain. Discard drippings. Drain pasta; add to the skillet. Stir in the soup, water, beef and bacon; heat through. , Remove from the heat and sprinkle with cheese. Cover and let stand for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Serve with barbecue sauce and mustard if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 565mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

BACON CHEESEBURGER MAC



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All the flavor of a bacon cheeseburger in a macaroni dish.

Provided by CassieB

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups elbow macaroni
1 pound ground beef
2 tablespoons onion powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups ketchup
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup bacon bits

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in boiling water until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes; drain and return pasta to the pot.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Season browned beef with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; add ketchup and stir. Bring mixture to a simmer, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until the liquid thickens slightly, 5 to 10 minutes; pour over the pasta in the pot and stir.
  • Stir Cheddar cheese into the pasta mixture until melted; add bacon bits and stir.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.8 calories, Carbohydrate 37.3 g, Cholesterol 75.1 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 27.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 1610 mg, Sugar 15.3 g

BEER BACON CHEESEBURGER MACARONI



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Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
3/4 cup hot water
3/4 cup beer
2 cups milk
1 box Hamburger Helper™ cheeseburger macaroni
5 slices bacon, chopped, cooked
1 can (4 oz) sliced mushrooms, drained

Steps:

  • In 12-inch skillet, brown beef, onion and garlic over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain.
  • Stir in hot water, beer, milk, sauce mix and uncooked pasta (from Hamburger Helper box), cooked bacon and mushrooms. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.
  • Reduce heat; cover and simmer about 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 900 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 1/2 g

VENISON BACON BURGERS



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These tasty, juicy burgers make a change from normal beef patties.

Provided by Lupin Pooter

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 slices bacon, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 shallots, minced
2 pounds ground venison
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
salt and pepper to taste
1 egg, beaten to mix
6 hamburger buns

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until browned and crispy. Pour bacon and grease into a heatproof bowl and allow to cool. Heat olive oil in skillet then add garlic and shallots. Cook and stir until softened, about 3 minutes; then add to bacon.
  • Once cool, mix in venison, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, salt, pepper, and egg until evenly combined. Refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat.
  • Shape the mixture into 6 patties and grill to desired doneness. Serve on toasted hamburger buns with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481.4 calories, Carbohydrate 25.4 g, Cholesterol 164.3 mg, Fat 23.7 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 39.2 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 574.1 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

JALAPENO BACON CHEESEBURGER MAC



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 slices bacon, chopped
1 red onion, diced
2 to 3 jalapenos, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound ground chuck
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon tomato paste
12 ounces elbow macaroni
3 1/2 cups beef broth
2 tablespoons grainy mustard
A few dashes Worcestershire sauce
2 cups grated Cheddar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup pickled jalapenos, optional

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over a medium heat. When the skillet is hot, add the bacon and cook until crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate. Drain all but 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease from the skillet and place back on the heat.
  • Add the onion, jalapenos and garlic to the skillet and stir. Add the ground chuck and season with salt and pepper. Cook the meat, crumbling as you go, until cooked through, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for about 30 seconds.
  • Add the macaroni, broth, mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Give it a big stir and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook, stirring often, until the pasta is al dente and the sauce has thickened, about 10 minutes. Stir in the Cheddar. Sprinkle over the cooked bacon, parsley and pickled jalapenos, if using. Remove from the heat and serve.

BACON-TOPPED VENISON MEAT LOAF



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I caught my fiance eating this meat loaf cold, right out of the fridge! He encouraged me to send in the recipe. If you have a deer hunter in the family, be sure to give this a try.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 eggs
2 cups soft bread crumbs
1/2 cup chopped sweet onion
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 pound ground venison
1/2 pound bulk pork sausage
4 bacon strips

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble venison and sausage over mixture and mix well. Shape into a loaf in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Top with bacon strips. , Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 40-45 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 159mg cholesterol, Sodium 581mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

BACON CHEESEBURGER MACARONI SKILLET



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I have found a great recipe! I can't believe that each bite tastes just like a bacon cheeseburger. Always a hit with the family. I also add in some ketchup to the sauce as we're ketchup fanatics!

Provided by Mama_Jennie

Categories     Kid Friendly

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces macaroni
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1 lb ground beef
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can tomato soup, undiluted
6 slices bacon, chopped
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
salt (optional)
pepper (optional)
ketchup (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Cook bacon & drain on paper towels. Discard drippings.
  • Cook onion in the same pan you cooked the bacon in and cook ground beef until no longer pink.
  • Drain pasta and add to the skillet. Also add bacon, tomato soup, cheese, and ketchup (to suite your tastes).
  • Mix thoroughly until cheese is melted. Add salt & pepper to suite your tastes.
  • Serve with salad. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 677.8, Fat 33.1, SaturatedFat 14.7, Cholesterol 114.9, Sodium 649, Carbohydrate 55.1, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 8.7, Protein 38.4

BACON CHEESEBURGER MACARONI



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Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 pound bacon, diced
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound lean ground beef
8 ounces macaroni noodles
1 (24 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta and set aside. Cook bacon and onion in a large pot until onion is soft and translucent and bacon is still soft and not crispy. Add garlic and cook for one more minute. Add ground beef and cook until ground beef is cooked through. Drain grease from beef mixture and return to pot. Add macaroni and mix well. Add spaghetti sauce and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and add cheese. Mix well, until cheese is melted and serve immediately.

BACON CHEESEBURGER MACARONI



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I came up with this combination after making Recipe #94597 and having a lot of meat left (I didn't put all of it in the shells because only two of us were home at the time). I was afraid that I'd end up throwing out the meat so I decided to make Bacon Cheeseburger Macaroni. Hope you enjoy it as much as my family did!

Provided by LARavenscroft

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces elbow macaroni, uncooked (can use rice or corn pasta)
4 slices bacon, diced
1 1/2 lbs ground beef
2 green onions, sliced, white and part of the green
2 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon liquid smoke
6 tablespoons ketchup
3 teaspoons yellow mustard
1 (14 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Keep warm.
  • In a large skillet, cook the diced bacon until crisp, pour off all but aboaut a half tablespoon of bacon grease.
  • Add ground beef and green onions and cook together until beef is thoroughly cooked through.
  • Stir in chili powder, salt, and liquid smoke and cook for about 5 minutes.
  • Add ketchup, mustard, and tomatoes and stir until well combined.
  • Stir in cooked macaroni and shredded cheese.
  • Cook over low heat for about 5 minutes until cheese is melted and everything is heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 799, Fat 40.5, SaturatedFat 17.5, Cholesterol 150.8, Sodium 1030, Carbohydrate 58.3, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 10.1, Protein 49.7

Tips:

  • For a more flavorful macaroni, use a smoky bacon. Smoked bacon will add depth and complexity of flavor to the dish.
  • If you don't have venison, you can substitute ground beef or ground turkey.
  • Be sure to season the ground venison well with salt and pepper. This will help to bring out the flavor of the meat.
  • Don't overcook the macaroni. It should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
  • Use a good quality cheese for the macaroni. A sharp cheddar or Colby Jack cheese will work well.
  • If you like a creamy macaroni, add a little bit of milk or cream to the sauce.
  • Serve the macaroni with your favorite toppings, such as diced tomatoes, onions, pickles, relish, ketchup, or mustard.

Conclusion:

Bacon venison cheeseburger macaroni is a hearty and delicious meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. The combination of bacon, venison, cheese, and macaroni is sure to please everyone at the table. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that your family and friends will love.

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