Low-Carb Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole
A delicious low-carb casserole that combines the flavors of a classic cheeseburger with savory ground beef, crispy bacon, and rich cheddar cheese.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 6 strips bacon, diced
- 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Chopped green onions and diced tomatoes (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the skillet.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, cooking until browned and fully cooked. Drain the excess grease from the beef mixture.
- Stir in the cooked bacon, and set the mixture aside to cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Assembly and Baking
- Spread the beef and bacon mixture evenly into a greased 8x8-inch baking dish.
- Layer 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the meat mixture.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the top, allowing it to sink into the meat.
- Top with the remaining cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is set and the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Optionally, garnish with chopped green onions and diced tomatoes.
Notes
This dish is perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or frozen for 2-3 months for future meals. Consider experimenting with different types of cheese for varied flavors.