Description
Savory Low-Carb Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole delivers classic burger flavors without the carbs. Melted cheese, crispy bacon, and ground beef create a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) ground beef
- 1 pound (454 grams) cooked bacon, cut into pieces
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
Seasonings:
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Dairy and Binding:
- 8 eggs
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy whipping cream
- 12 ounces (340 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C), creating the ideal temperature for a perfectly baked casserole.
- Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add ground beef, introducing minced garlic and onion powder for enhanced flavor depth.
- Sauté the meat, breaking it into fine crumbles until completely browned and thoroughly cooked, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Carefully drain excess fat from the skillet, ensuring a lean protein base for the casserole.
- Transfer the seasoned ground beef into a 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom as the foundational layer.
- Distribute of crispy crumbled bacon over the beef, creating a smoky and textural element.
- In a separate mixing bowl, whisk eggs until well combined, then incorporate heavy cream, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
- Gently fold of shredded cheddar cheese into the egg mixture, ensuring comprehensive integration of ingredients.
- Delicately pour the egg and cheese blend over the meat and bacon layer, allowing it to settle evenly across the casserole.
- Sprinkle an additional of shredded cheddar cheese on top, creating a golden, melted surface.
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, watching for a rich golden-brown crust and checking for doneness with a knife inserted in the center.
- Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes, helping the ingredients set and making portioning easier.
- Slice into servings and enjoy warm, optionally accompanied by a crisp side salad for a complete meal experience.
Notes
- Transforming classic burger flavors into a comforting, low-carb casserole that satisfies without the bread.
- Perfectly balanced meal captures all the juicy, cheesy goodness of a cheeseburger in a single baking dish.
- Minimal prep means you’ll have a delicious dinner ready in under an hour with simple ingredients.
- Ideal for meal preppers and those following ketogenic or low-carb dietary approaches.
- Freezes beautifully, making it an excellent make-ahead option for busy weeknight dinners or quick lunches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 573 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 1080mg
- Fat: 47g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 315mg