Low-Carb Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole
A comforting casserole that combines the rich flavors of beef and bacon with creamy eggs and cheddar cheese, perfect for low-carb lifestyles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low-Carb
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 slices of bacon, chopped
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Chopped pickles and tomatoes for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the chopped bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, then remove it and set aside.
- Brown the ground beef and diced onion in the same skillet until cooked through, draining excess fat afterward.
- Prepare the egg mixture by whisking together the eggs, heavy cream, mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Combine the beef mixture and cooked bacon into the egg mixture, folding in half of the cheddar cheese.
- Pour the mixture into a greased casserole dish and top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until set and golden brown.
- Cool for a few minutes before serving, garnished with pickles and tomatoes if desired.
Notes
Feel free to mix up the cheese types and use different mustards for unique flavors. Fresh ingredients make a noticeable difference.