Keto Macaroni and Cheese with Ground Beef
Elevate your comfort food game with this Keto Macaroni and Cheese with Ground Beef—a low-carb twist on a classic favorite. Instead of traditional pasta, tender cauliflower florets provide the perfect base, soaking up the richness of a velvety cheese sauce made with heavy cream, cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and Parmesan. Juicy seasoned ground beef adds a hearty, protein-packed layer, while a quick bake in the oven creates a bubbly, golden crust that’s hard to resist. Ready in under an hour, this dish is a satisfying, gluten-free alternative to macaroni and cheese, perfect for keto meal plans or anyone craving indulgent, guilt-free comfort food.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 head cauliflower florets
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the cauliflower florets and cook for 5-7 minutes, until tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside.
Step 3
In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat and set aside.
Step 4
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the heavy cream and cream cheese, stirring until the cream cheese is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to low and gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese and half of the Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Step 6
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cauliflower, cooked ground beef, and cheese sauce. Stir until the cauliflower and beef are well coated with the cheese sauce.
Step 7
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese over the top.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden and the edges are bubbly.
Step 9
Allow the dish to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your flavorful and satisfying keto macaroni and cheese with ground beef!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1792.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4113.3 |
| Total Fat 358.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 197.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g | |
| Cholesterol 1101.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4921.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 49.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.7g | |
| Protein 184.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2807.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3102.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories