Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs 80/20 ground beef
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
  • 2 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 4 cups cooked macaroni or sliced par-boiled potatoes
  • 1/4 cup dill pickles, sliced (for topping)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. Brown the 2 lbs ground beef in a large skillet over medium high heat until no pink remains and it starts to sizzle.
  3. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic with the beef for about 5 minutes until the onions are translucent and fragrant.
  4. Season the mixture with sea salt, cracked black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
  5. Whisk the 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 2 tbsp yellow mustard, and 1/4 cup ketchup in a small bowl.
  6. Combine the beef mixture with your 4 cups of cooked macaroni or par boiled potatoes in the 9x13 pan.
  7. Pour the egg and cream mixture evenly over the beef and starch base.
  8. Layer the 3 cups of shredded cheddar cheese across the top in an even blanket.
  9. Bake for 30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the edges are golden brown.
  10. Top with the 1/4 cup of dill pickles immediately after removing from the oven for a fresh contrast.