Jul 13 2026
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Piggyback Mac Burger Recipe

Inspired by Obed & Isaac's Microbrewery
Time1h
Serves4

Make Piggyback Mac Burger Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patty

Mac and Cheese

Burger Assembly

Method

Burger Patty Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix the Meats

    In a large bowl, combine the ground pork and ground beef. Mix well until fully combined.

  2. 2

    Season the Mixture

    Add salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and mix again until evenly distributed.

  3. 3

    Bind the Mixture

    Add the egg and breadcrumbs to the meat mixture. Mix until everything is well combined.

  4. 4

    Form Patties

    Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty.

Mac and Cheese Preparation

  1. 5

    Cook the Pasta

    In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 6

    Make the Cheese Sauce

    In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for about 1 minute. Gradually add milk, whisking constantly until smooth and thickened.

  3. 7

    Add Cheese

    Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper until melted and creamy.

  4. 8

    Combine Pasta and Sauce

    Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well coated.

Burger Assembly

  1. 9

    Cook the Patties

    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 5-6 minutes on each side or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 160°F).

  2. 10

    Prepare the Buns

    Toast the burger buns lightly on the grill or in a toaster.

  3. 11

    Assemble the Burger

    On the bottom half of each bun, place a lettuce leaf, then add a patty, followed by a generous scoop of mac and cheese. Top with tomato slices, pickles, ketchup, and mustard as desired. Place the top half of the bun on each burger.

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