Description
A hearty and satisfying casserole that combines layers of seasoned beef, crispy turkey bacon, and rich cheddar cheese, all bound together with creamy eggs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons sugar-free ketchup
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 lbs ground beef
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1/2 cup dill pickle slices
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup turkey bacon pieces
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground beef and chopped onions to the skillet. Cook until the beef is fully browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
- Stir in Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, cream cheese, oregano, sugar-free ketchup, salt, and black pepper until the cream cheese melts.
- Spread the beef mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dish.
- Whisk together eggs, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, and heavy whipping cream in a separate bowl.
- Pour the egg mix over the beef layer in the casserole dish.
- Arrange dill pickle slices evenly on top.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese and turkey bacon pieces over the casserole.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until hot and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Assemble a day in advance and refrigerate. Adjust baking time if cold from the fridge. Consider alternatives for meat and cheese to suit dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: casserole, bacon, cheeseburger, comfort food, easy dinner