Low-Carb Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole
A hearty low-carb casserole featuring ground beef, crispy bacon, and a creamy egg custard, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low-Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (85% lean recommended)
- 6 slices bacon, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 large eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Chopped green onions (optional garnish)
- Diced tomatoes (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Cook the diced bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 6–8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the chopped onion in the bacon fat for 2–3 minutes, until translucent. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef, breaking it up and cooking until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Layer the beef-bacon mixture evenly in the baking dish, and sprinkle 1 cup of cheddar over it.
- Pour the egg mixture over the beef, then add the remaining cheddar on top.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the center is set and the top is golden.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish if desired.
Notes
Use turkey bacon for a lower-fat version. To store, keep in an airtight container for 3–4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.