Description
This Low-Carb Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole is a delicious, hearty dish perfect for those following a low-carb lifestyle. Packed with savory ground beef, crispy bacon, and gooey melted cheddar cheese, it combines classic cheeseburger flavors in a comforting baked casserole. Easy to prepare and bake, it’s an ideal meal for weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 pound ground beef
- 6 strips bacon, diced
- 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Dairy and Eggs
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Condiments and Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Garnish
- Chopped green onions
- Diced tomatoes
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Cook Bacon: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until crisp. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the skillet for added flavor.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the bacon grease. Cook until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant, which typically takes a few minutes.
- Cook Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until fully browned and no longer pink. Drain excess grease from the meat mixture to keep the dish from getting too greasy.
- Combine Bacon and Beef: Stir the cooked bacon back into the beef and onion mixture. Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble Casserole: Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish and spread the beef and bacon mixture evenly across the bottom.
- Add Cheese Layer: Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the meat mixture.
- Pour Egg Mixture: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the cheese and meat, allowing it to soak into the layers beneath.
- Top with Remaining Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top of the casserole.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is fully set and the cheese on top is bubbly and golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes to set before slicing and serving.
- Garnish (Optional): Garnish with chopped green onions and diced tomatoes for added color and freshness.
Notes
- Make sure to drain excess grease from the cooked ground beef to avoid a greasy casserole.
- Allow the casserole to cool slightly after baking to make slicing easier.
- This casserole can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- For extra flavor, you can add pickles or serve with low-carb ketchup or mustard.
