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Creamy Keto Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole Recipe with Pickled Onions

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A creamy, low-carb casserole combining smoky bacon, ground beef, and melted cheddar cheese with a tangy pop from pickled onions. Perfect for a quick, satisfying keto dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
  • 6 slices bacon, chopped
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (about 200g)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (120ml)
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup pickled red onions (120g)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the bacon: Chop the bacon into bite-sized pieces and cook in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  3. Sauté the onions and garlic in the bacon fat until onions are translucent and soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  4. Add ground beef to the skillet with onions and garlic. Brown fully, about 7-9 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Whisk until smooth.
  6. Pour the creamy cheese mixture into the beef mixture and stir to combine evenly.
  7. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×9 inch baking dish. Sprinkle cooked bacon evenly on top, then add remaining shredded cheddar cheese.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden at the edges.
  9. Remove from oven and scatter pickled red onions over the hot casserole.
  10. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use softened cream cheese for smooth blending. Blot excess grease after baking if needed. Let casserole rest before serving for better texture. Can substitute pickled onions with pickled jalapeños or quick-pickled cucumbers. For dairy-free, swap cream cheese and cheddar with coconut cream and plant-based cheese.

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