Every time I make this, it’s like a magic act—the food just vanishes

This Low Carb Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole is a delicious and satisfying way to enjoy the flavors of a classic cheeseburger without all the carbs. Layers of seasoned ground beef, crispy bacon, and creamy sauce topped with melty cheddar cheese create a hearty casserole that’s perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.

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Ingredients:

Ingredient Quantity
Ground beef 1 lb
Bacon slices 6
Onion, small, diced 1
Garlic cloves, minced 2
Heavy cream ½ cup
Mayonnaise ½ cup
Cheddar cheese, shredded 2 cups, divided
Salt ¼ teaspoon
Black pepper ¼ teaspoon
Smoked paprika ¼ teaspoon
Chopped lettuce (optional, for serving) 2 cups
Diced tomatoes (optional, for serving)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the Bacon: In a large skillet, cook the bacon slices until crisp. Transfer the cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat. Once cool, crumble the bacon into bits.
  3. Sauté the Aromatics: Reserve about 1 tablespoon of the bacon fat in the skillet. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pan and sauté until softened and translucent, about 3 minutes.
  4. Brown the Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet with the onions and garlic. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat if needed.
  5. Make the Creamy Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, mayonnaise, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika until smooth and well combined.
  6. Assemble the Casserole: In a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, spread the cooked ground beef mixture. Pour the creamy sauce evenly over the top.
  7. Top with Cheese and Bacon: Sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the sauce layer, followed by 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese.
  8. Bake until Bubbly: Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly on top.
  9. Cool and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. If desired, serve with chopped lettuce and diced tomatoes for a refreshing touch.

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