Instructions:
- Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the beef and onions:
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is softened, about 3-4 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Cook the bacon:
- While the beef is cooking, fry the bacon slices in a separate pan until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble once cooled.
- Prepare the egg mixture:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, softened cream cheese, mustard, ketchup, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the casserole:
- In a greased 9×9-inch (or similar-sized) baking dish, layer the cooked ground beef and onion mixture. Sprinkle half of the crumbled bacon over the beef. Pour the egg and cream mixture evenly over the top.
- Add the cheese:
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese (if using). Add the remaining crumbled bacon on top for extra flavor.
- Bake:
- Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the center is set.
- Serve:
- Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with pickles or additional bacon, if desired. You can also drizzle some sugar-free ketchup or mustard on top for extra burger flavor!
Tips:
- Toppings: Add low-carb toppings like pickles, lettuce, or tomatoes after baking for that classic cheeseburger experience.
- Cheese Variations: You can experiment with different types of cheese, such as gouda or Swiss, for unique flavor twists.
- Meal Prep: This casserole is great for meal prepping! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
This casserole is cheesy, hearty, and full of bacon flavor—a perfect low-carb dinner that’s sure to be a hit! 😍🍔