Description
Low Carb Cheeseburger Casserole is a comforting bun-free take on a classic cheeseburger. This creamy, cheesy casserole combines ground halal beef, onions, garlic, paprika, and a rich halal heavy cream base, baked with cheddar and mozzarella until bubbly. A family-friendly, keto-inspired dinner that’s easy to prepare and perfect for meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (halal)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp mustard powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup halal heavy cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Optional toppings: diced pickles, green onions, sugar-free ketchup
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a casserole dish.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened.
- Add garlic and ground beef, cooking until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in paprika, mustard powder, salt, pepper, and tomato paste.
- Spread beef mixture evenly into the casserole dish.
- In a bowl, whisk halal heavy cream and eggs until smooth, then pour over beef.
- Top with cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until set and bubbly.
- Rest 5 minutes before serving. Add optional toppings and enjoy.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of garlic powder or onion powder.
- You can substitute different cheeses (Swiss, Monterey Jack) as desired.
- Contains halal meat and dairy; gluten-free if using gluten-free tomato paste.
- Leftovers refrigerate well for up to 3–4 days; reheat gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg
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