Description
A delightful casserole that merges the classic flavors of a bacon cheeseburger while keeping carb counts low, perfect for keto diets.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 6 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- 2 tbsp cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tbsp sugar-free ketchup (optional)
- 1 tsp yellow mustard
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped pickles (optional topping)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the bacon: In a skillet, cook bacon until crispy. Remove bacon, crumble, and set aside.
- Brown the beef: Drain most of the grease, leaving about 1 tbsp. Add ground beef, onion, and garlic. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is soft, about 5-7 minutes. Season with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix in cream cheese: Lower the heat and stir in softened cream cheese until it melts into the beef mixture. Add the crumbled bacon back in and spread this mixture evenly into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the egg mixture: In a bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, mustard, and ketchup (if using). Stir in half the cheddar and half the mozzarella.
- Assemble: Pour the egg mixture over the beef layer in the baking dish. Top with remaining cheeses.
- Bake: Place in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
- Serve: Let cool for a few minutes before slicing. Garnish with optional pickles or parsley for an added touch.
Notes
Feel free to swap in turkey bacon or ground turkey for a lighter version. For added flavor, you can use different cheeses or spices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: casserole, low-carb, keto, bacon cheeseburger, comfort food