Looking for a unique way to enjoy BBQ? Try our Barbecue Noodle Cheese Bake. This recipe brings together the flavors of BBQ, cheese, and noodles in a delicious bake that’s perfect for dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 can Manwich
- 1 lb. hamburg
- American cheese slices
- noodles, cooked and drained
Baking Instructions
- Cook hamburg and crumble.
- Add Manwich.
- Spray Pam in baking dish.
- Layer 1/2 of noodles, then 1/2 hamburg mixture on noodles. Put enough cheese slices on to cover meat.
- Layer all again.
- Bake for 1/2 hour at 350°.
Calorie: 600
Total cooking time:1 hour
Difficulty level: Easy
Confessions of a Manwich Maniac
Picture this: you’ve had a long day, your stomach is growling, and your fridge is glaring back at you with a pitiful display of mismatched ingredients. Among these culinary misfits, you spot a can of Manwich, a pound of hamburg, American cheese slices, and a pack of noodles. Now, most folks might see this as a dinner disaster waiting to happen, but not me. No, siree, I see this as a challenge, and the gauntlet has been thrown!
The Hamburg Hustle
Cooking hamburg is a bit like running a marathon. Stick with me here, I promise this analogy isn’t as outlandish as it sounds. You start off strong, sizzling and searing with all the enthusiasm of a novice. But just like a hard-earned sweat, the grease starts to flow and the heat of the pan starts to test your resolve. But you’re a culinary champion, my friend, and you persevere, crumble after crumble, until you’ve got a pan full of perfectly browned, crumbled hamburg.
The Manwich Maneuver
The next step is not for the faint of heart. It’s the point of no return. You’re about to add the Manwich. I know, it looks like a questionable decision, but trust me on this one. Once you’ve mastered the art of the Manwich, there’s no going back. It’s a bit like skydiving. There’s the initial fear, the adrenaline rush, and then the realization that you’re soaring towards something beautiful. Or delicious, in our case.
The Cheese Layer Labyrinth
Now comes the really fun part. It’s time to layer. First, we spray Pam in a baking dish because we’re not savages, after all. We respect our dishes and want to ensure easy cleanup later. Then we layer half of our cooked and drained noodles, like a cozy blanket on a chilly evening. Next, half of our hamburg mixture gets spread on top, like a layer of freshly fallen snow. And then comes the pièce de résistance, the American cheese slices. We put enough on to cover the meat, creating a gooey, cheesy shield of deliciousness.
The Baking Bonanza
We do it all again. More noodles, more hamburg, more cheese. It’s like a beautiful, edible symphony playing out in our baking dish. And then, into the oven it goes! We bake for half an hour at 350°, which is just enough time to do a little victory dance around the kitchen, and maybe even clean up a bit, if we’re feeling particularly ambitious.
The Grand Unveiling
After what feels like an eternity (but is actually just 30 minutes), our Barbecue Noodle Cheese Bake is ready. And let me tell you, it’s a sight to behold. The cheese is bubbly and golden, the noodles are tender, and the Manwich-infused hamburg is a savory delight.
So, there you have it, folks. The next time you’re faced with a seemingly hopeless assortment of ingredients, remember this little tale. With a little creativity (and a can of Manwich), anything is possible. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have a date with a casserole dish.
