Low-Carb Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole (Print)

Smoky bacon, ground beef, gooey cheddar, and creamy custard deliver satisfying low-carb comfort in every bite.

# Ingredients:

→ Casserole Base

01 - 450 g ground beef
02 - 120 g bacon, diced
03 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
04 - 1 clove garlic, minced

→ Custard and Cheese

05 - 2 cups (200 g) shredded cheddar cheese, divided
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 240 ml heavy cream
08 - 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
09 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
10 - 1 teaspoon salt
11 - 1 teaspoon black pepper

→ Optional Garnish

12 - Chopped green onions
13 - Diced tomatoes

# Steps:

01 - Set oven to 190°C to ensure consistent baking and golden cheese crust.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook diced bacon until crisp. Transfer bacon to paper towel-lined plate, reserving rendered fat in the skillet.
03 - Add chopped onion and minced garlic to skillet with bacon fat. Sauté until onion is translucent and garlic is fragrant, about 2–3 minutes.
04 - Add ground beef to skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until thoroughly browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat from pan.
05 - Return cooked bacon to skillet with beef mixture and combine evenly. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly to avoid scrambling eggs in next steps.
06 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk eggs, heavy cream, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper until uniform and smooth.
07 - Transfer beef and bacon mixture into a greased 20x20 cm baking dish, spreading evenly.
08 - Sprinkle 1 cup (100 g) shredded cheddar cheese over meat layer to form a rich, melty base.
09 - Evenly pour egg custard mixture over beef and cheese layers, letting it seep through all components.
10 - Distribute remaining 1 cup (100 g) shredded cheddar cheese across the top for a golden, bubbly crust.
11 - Bake in preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until center is set and surface cheese is golden and bubbling.
12 - Remove casserole from oven and allow to rest 5 minutes for easier slicing and serving.
13 - Optionally, adorn with chopped green onions and diced tomatoes before serving for freshness and color contrast.

# Notes:

01 - Dish reheats exceptionally well; ideal for meal prep or next-day leftovers.
02 - Incorporate additional low-carb vegetables such as mushrooms or bell peppers for enhanced nutrition and flavor.
03 - Turkey bacon can substitute traditional bacon for a leaner profile.
04 - Best served alongside a simple mixed greens salad with vinaigrette to balance richness.
05 - Adjust seasonings to taste for a fully personalized result.

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