A cheesy and satisfying keto ground beef casserole that makes for a perfect meal option.
A cheesy and satisfying keto ground beef casserole that makes for a perfect meal option.
Ingredients
- 1 poundground beef
- 1 mediumonion, diced
- 2 clovesgarlic, minced
- 1 cupdiced tomatoes (canned, drained)
- 1 teaspoondried oregano
- 1 teaspoonpaprika
- 1 teaspoonsalt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- 1 cupcauliflower florets
- 1 cupshredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cupheavy cream
- ½ cupcream cheese, softened
- ½ cupshredded mozzarella cheese
- fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- 2
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- 3
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until the onion is softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- 4
Stir in the diced tomatoes, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 5
In a separate pot, steam the cauliflower florets until tender, approximately 5-7 minutes. Drain and chop coarsely.
- 6
In a large bowl, mix the heavy cream, cream cheese, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese until smooth.
- 7
Combine the beef mixture with the cauliflower, then pour the cheese mixture over everything, mixing well.
- 8
Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
- 9
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- 10
Remove from the oven, let it sit for 5 minutes, then garnish with chopped parsley before serving.