Ingredients
Scale
Gathering ingredients for a keto casserole is like preparing for a culinary adventure with Mama Lou whispering her secrets in my ear. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 pound ground beef or chicken
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- 1 cup chopped broccoli
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped bacon for extra flavor
Feel free to swap spinach with kale or use mozzarella instead of cheddar—Mama Lou always said recipes are just guidelines, not rules.
Instructions
Making this casserole is like orchestrating a symphony of flavors, each step a note in the beautiful melody of cooking:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or chicken until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped spinach, broccoli, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream and cream cheese. Stir until smooth, then pour over the meat and vegetable mixture. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.
- If desired, add chopped bacon on top for an extra smoky flavor.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy the comforting flavors reminiscent of family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International