Every time I make this, it’s like a magic act—the food just vanishes
This Low Carb Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole is a delicious and satisfying way to enjoy the flavors of a classic cheeseburger without all the carbs. Layers of seasoned ground beef, crispy bacon, and creamy sauce topped with melty cheddar cheese create a hearty casserole that’s perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Ground beef | 1 lb |
| Bacon slices | 6 |
| Onion, small, diced | 1 |
| Garlic cloves, minced | 2 |
| Heavy cream | ½ cup |
| Mayonnaise | ½ cup |
| Cheddar cheese, shredded | 2 cups, divided |
| Salt | ¼ teaspoon |
| Black pepper | ¼ teaspoon |
| Smoked paprika | ¼ teaspoon |
| Chopped lettuce (optional, for serving) | 2 cups |
| Diced tomatoes (optional, for serving) |
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the Bacon: In a large skillet, cook the bacon slices until crisp. Transfer the cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat. Once cool, crumble the bacon into bits.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Reserve about 1 tablespoon of the bacon fat in the skillet. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pan and sauté until softened and translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Brown the Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet with the onions and garlic. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat if needed.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, mayonnaise, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble the Casserole: In a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, spread the cooked ground beef mixture. Pour the creamy sauce evenly over the top.
- Top with Cheese and Bacon: Sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the sauce layer, followed by 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake until Bubbly: Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly on top.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few
