This keto & carnivore meat bake with a cheesy topping is big on beef flavor and contains no bs! One of my favorites with tons of versatility no matter what style of eating you prefer.
As always, make it your own. Omit &/or substitute any ingredients that suit your needs.
It’s truly easy to make, and leftovers are just as delicious whether reheated in the microwave or even cold straight out of the fridge.
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FAQ’s
Can I use extra-lean ground beef in this recipe or other ground meats? I prefer 85/15 in this recipe. I tried extra-lean ground beef & felt it came out too dry/not as flavorful. If you’re using other ground meats, I suggest using higher fat meats like 75-85% ground lamb, pork, turkey or PERDUE ground chicken.
Do I need to cook the meat before adding to the pie? Yes, definitely! Cook the ground beef, then transfer to pie dish & bake. This recipe differs from meatloaf, where you bake the raw meat.
Can you freeze it? Yes. Once completely cool, you can store it in whatever container you prefer, then freeze for up to 3 months. You can also freeze individual slices in freezer bags.
Can I use other cheeses? YES! You can use another melty cheese instead of cheddar. I mean seriously all cheese is delicious, have fun with it! Provolone is good & Italian cheeses. You can also make it a more Mexican dish with different seasonings & a “taco” cheese mix.
How are leftovers? Leftovers keep well in the fridge, in an airtight container, for 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave about 1 minute per slice. Sometimes I eat them cold the next day, but they do taste better when heated up imo.
Can I airfry leftovers? I’ve also popped them in the airfryer for about 7 minutes at 380 for a little crisp. Times & temps will vary with airfryer. I have an Instant Vortex 6qt.
Enjoy!
