Keto Cheeseburger Casserole

This keto cheeseburger casserole with bacon is an easy ground beef dish to make, perfect for sharing with family and friends on a busy weeknight.

Don’t you just love the ease of casseroles? They make the keto diet simple to stick with and meal planning becomes a breeze.

In the winter months especially, our family indulges in casseroles regularly. After all, what’s not to love about the heat of the oven warming the kitchen when it’s cold outside, putting out those tempting smells that call everyone to the table before you even say, “Dinner’s ready!”

Adapted from: lowcarbyum.com

INGREDIENTS

1/4 cup avocado oil mayonnaise

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1 tablepsoon mustard

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 lb. extra lean ground beef

1 medium onion, finely chopped (6 oz)

1 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar, divided (6 oz)

2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt (not fine salt)

1 tablespoon minced garlic

Olive oil spray for the baking dish

1/4 cup unsweetened ketchup

INSTRUCTIONS

Number one: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a 2-quart baking dish with olive oil. 

Number two: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, about 2 minutes. Add the beef and the onions. Cook, stirring to break up the beef, until the meat is browned and the onion is soft, about 5 minutes. 

Number three: If there are liquids at the bottom of the skillet, drain the mixture and return it to the skillet. 

Number four: Stir in the kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic. Cook, stirring, 1 more minute.

Number five: Turn the heat off. Stir in the mayonnaise, unsweetened ketchup, mustard, and 1 cup cheddar. 

Number six: Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese. 

Number seven: Bake until the cheese is melted and the casserole is heated through, about 15 minutes. Or, if your baking dish is broiler-safe, broil the casserole 6 inches below the heating element (not directly below) until cheese is melted, 1-2 minutes.