Zesty keto Italian Casserole

Zesty keto Italian Casserole

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Ingredients:

For the Meat Layer:

  • 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option)
  • 1/2 cup diced onions
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers (red and green)
  • 1 cup sliced zucchini
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 cup marinara sauce (make sure it’s low in sugar and carbs)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Cheese Layer:

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  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

For the Topping:

  • 1/4 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions:

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  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, cook the ground meat over medium heat until browned. Remove any excess fat.
  3. Add the diced onions and garlic to the skillet with the meat and sauté for a few minutes until the onions are translucent.
  4. Add the diced bell peppers, sliced zucchini, and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
  5. Stir in the marinara sauce and Italian seasoning. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine the almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, melted butter, and Italian seasoning to create the topping mixture.
  7. In a greased 9×9-inch casserole dish, spread half of the meat and vegetable mixture.
  8. Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese and half of the grated Parmesan cheese over the meat layer.
  9. Add the remaining meat and vegetable mixture on top of the cheese layer.
  10. Sprinkle the rest of the mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese over the casserole.
  11. Finally, evenly distribute the almond flour topping mixture over the top.
  12. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly, and the top is golden brown.
  13. Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

This Zesty Italian Casserole is a flavorful and satisfying keto-friendly dish that’s perfect for those following a low-carb diet. Enjoy!

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