Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1/2 cup sliced pickles (optional, for toppings)
- 2 tbsp tomato paste or sugar-free ketchup
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh lettuce and tomatoes for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the bacon until crispy, then set aside to drain and crumble.
- In a large skillet, sauté diced onions until translucent.
- Add in ground beef, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, cooking until browned.
- Mix in tomato paste or sugar-free ketchup for flavor.
- Transfer the cooked beef and onions to a baking dish. Spread evenly.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until cheese melts and is bubbly.
- Remove from oven and garnish with sliced pickles, fresh lettuce, and tomato slices.
- Serve hot for a satisfying low-carb meal.
Notes
- Great for meal prep; leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezing in individual portions maintains freshness; reheat in microwave or oven.
- Customize toppings based on preference, using additional fresh vegetables or condiments.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking, Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low-Carb, Keto, Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 420 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg