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Keto Ground Beef Casserole Recipe: Easy and Delicious

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This Keto Ground Beef Casserole is a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy nights. It features versatile seasonings and creamy cheese, fitting well with Cheesy Keto Beef Casserole Cauliflower Rice and Low Carb Ground Beef Stroganoff Casserole dishes.

Ingredients

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  • Olive oil spray – for pan
  • 2 pounds ground beef – 85% lean
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 4 ounces cream cheese – cubed
  • 1 cup cheddar – shredded divided
  • 2 tablespoons parsley – chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Set your oven to preheat at 400 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a 2-quart casserole dish with olive oil spray.
  2. On the stove, heat a 12 inch nonstick skillet over medium-high and coat with olive oil spray.
  3. Add ground beef and cook while stirring to crumble until no longer raw, roughly 5 minutes, then drain excess fat and return beef to skillet.
  4. Turn the heat to medium and stir in salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper, then gradually add cream cheese until fully melted and mixed in.
  5. Remove from heat and mix ½ cup cheddar into beef, reserving the rest for topping.
  6. Transfer the beef mixture into the prepared casserole dish, sprinkle remaining cheddar on top, and bake for about 10 minutes until cheese melts.
  7. Finish by garnishing with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • When accounting for nutrition, drained fat has been considered
  • It is fine if beef is slightly pink after browning since it cooks fully in the oven keeping it juicy
  • Onions are omitted for simplicity but can be added if desired
  • Optional vegetables such as bell peppers or broccoli may be included during browning
  • Hot sauce or extra spices like smoked paprika and chili powder are great additions to taste
  • Store leftovers sealed in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze portions for 3 months, reheating covered in the microwave at 50% power

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