✅ Prep Time: 10 minutes
✅ Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
✅ Total Time: 40 minutes
✅ Servings: 6
✅ Keto Level: Very Low Carb
🧾 Ingredients (Full List)
For the Beef Layer:
1.5 lb (700g) ground beef
1 small onion (finely chopped)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp Italian seasoning
2 tbsp tomato paste (optional, very low amount)
1/3 cup sugar-free marinara (optional)
For the Creamy Layer:
1 cup heavy cream
4 oz cream cheese (softened)
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
For the Topping:
2 cups shredded mozzarella
1 cup cheddar cheese
2 tbsp parmesan (optional)
Optional Add-ins (Keto Friendly):
1 cup mushrooms (sliced)
1 cup spinach
1/2 cup diced bell peppers
1 cup cauliflower rice (for more volume)
👩🍳 Instructions (Step-by-Step)
Step 1: Cook the Ground Beef
Heat a pan on medium heat.
Add ground beef and cook until browned.
Add onion + garlic and cook 2 minutes.
Add salt, pepper, paprika, Italian seasoning.
Add tomato paste and marinara (optional).
Mix well and turn off heat.
Step 2: Make the Creamy Sauce
In a bowl, mix:
heavy cream
cream cheese
sour cream
garlic powder
chili flakes
Mix until smooth.
Step 3: Assemble the Casserole
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Grease a baking dish (9×13).
Add beef mixture as the first layer.
Pour creamy sauce over it.
Add mozzarella + cheddar on top.
Sprinkle parmesan (optional).
Step 4: Bake
Bake for 20–25 minutes
Broil for 2 minutes (optional) for golden cheesy top.
🍽️ Serving Ideas (Keto)
Serve with:
Cauliflower mash
Garlic butter broccoli
Keto salad
Zucchini noodles
❄️ Storage & Meal Prep
✅ Fridge: 4 days
✅ Freezer: up to 2 months
✅ Reheat: microwave or oven
📌 Keto Tips (Very Important)
Use 80/20 beef for best taste
Avoid regular ketchup or sugary sauces
Use sugar-free marinara if needed
Cheese makes it filling (perfect for keto)
