Low-Carb • Keto • Gluten-Free • High-Protein

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📝 Ingredients (Serves 6)

Base

• 1 lb lean ground beef (or thin-sliced steak)
• 1 medium green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 medium yellow bell pepper, sliced
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp olive oil (or butter)

Seasoning

• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp paprika

Cheese

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• 1 cup provolone or Monterey Jack
• (Optional) 2 oz cream cheese for extra creaminess

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Cook the Beef

1. Brown ground beef in a large skillet.
2. Drain any excess grease.
3. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.

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2️⃣ Sauté the Veggies

1. In the same skillet, add olive oil.
2. Sauté peppers, onions, garlic, and mushrooms until tender-crisp (about 6–8 minutes).

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3️⃣ Build the Casserole

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Spread cooked beef evenly in a baking dish.
3. Top with the sautéed veggies.
4. Sprinkle mozzarella + provolone over everything.
5. (Optional) Dot small chunks of cream cheese between layers for extra richness.

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4️⃣ Bake

• Bake 15–18 minutes, or until the top is melted, bubbly, and golden in spots.

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📊 Nutrition (per serving)

Approximate:

• Calories: 310
• Net Carbs: 4g
• Protein: 25g
• Fat: 22g
• Sugar: 2g
• Fiber: 1g