Description
Beef and Cauliflower Rice Casserole is a hearty, low-carb American main dish featuring seasoned ground beef, cauliflower rice, and melted cheddar cheese. This comforting casserole is ideal for busy weeknights, offering a satisfying blend of flavors and textures with simple ingredients baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups cauliflower rice
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
Seasonings & Oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a suitable baking dish to prepare for the casserole.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant and softened to develop the base flavor.
- Brown Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart, and cook until it is fully browned and no longer pink.
- Add Seasonings and Sauce: Stir in tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the beef, mixing well to combine all the flavors evenly.
- Incorporate Cauliflower Rice: Mix in the cauliflower rice and cook the mixture for an additional 3 to 4 minutes to blend the ingredients and soften the cauliflower slightly.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the beef and cauliflower mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole for a flavorful melted crust.
- Bake the Casserole: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve warm for a comforting low-carb meal.
Notes
- Add mushrooms or bell peppers to the mixture for extra flavor and texture.
- For a different cheese option, substitute mozzarella for cheddar cheese.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
