Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground Beef
- 1/2 Onion, chopped
- 2 tsp Minced Garlic
- 2 tbsp Sugar-Free Ketchup
- 2 tsp Mustard
- 1/4 cup Chopped Dill Pickles
- 1 1/2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Heat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Cook the beef and onions: In a skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef and chopped onions. Sauté until the beef is fully browned and the onions have softened. Drain any excess grease to keep the dish lean.
- Combine flavorings: Reduce heat to medium. Stir in chopped dill pickles, minced garlic, sugar-free ketchup, mustard, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 30 seconds to blend the flavors thoroughly.
- Assemble casserole: Spoon the beef mixture into a well-greased small casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
- Add cheese topping: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the beef mixture.
- Bake: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of smoked paprika or chili powder to the beef mixture.
- Make sure to drain the grease after browning the beef to avoid a greasy casserole.
- This casserole can be prepared in advance and refrigerated before baking; just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking straight from the fridge.
- Use sugar-free ketchup to keep the dish keto-friendly.
- Optional: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or green onions for added color and freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
