Keto Cheesy Meatball Casserole Recipe

Keto Cheesy Meatball Casserole

This hearty Keto Cheesy Meatball Casserole is packed with flavor and topped with gooey cheese. It’s a fantastic, low-carb dish that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prepping!

Ingredients:

For the Meatballs:

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large egg
• 1/4 cup almond flour
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Casserole:

• 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce (make sure it’s sugar-free and keto-friendly)
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking the meatballs)
• Fresh basil (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Make the Meatballs:

   • In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, grated Parmesan, almond flour, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix everything until it’s well incorporated.
   • Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.

3. Cook the Meatballs:

   • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
   • Add the meatballs and cook them for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned. You don’t need to cook them all the way through since they will finish cooking in the oven.

4. Assemble the Casserole:

   • In a baking dish, spread about 1/2 cup of the marinara sauce on the bottom.
   • Arrange the meatballs on top of the sauce in a single layer.
   • Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the meatballs, covering them evenly.
   • Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan over the top.

5. Bake:

   • Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden on top.

6. Garnish and Serve:

   • Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool slightly.
   • Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
   • Serve hot and enjoy!

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Tips:

• You can add a handful of low-carb vegetables like spinach or zucchini to the casserole for extra nutrition.
• Make sure to use a sugar-free marinara sauce to keep the carb count low.

This Keto Cheesy Meatball Casserole is an easy, comforting dish that’s perfect for any night of the week!

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