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Bacon Cheeseburger Pie

Bacon Cheeseburger Pie: Comfort Food with a Carnivore Twist

Bacon Cheeseburger Pie transforms the classic cheeseburger into a low-carb, high-protein comfort food.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Layer
  • 1.5 pounds Ground Beef choose 75-25% blend for optimal taste and texture
  • 6 pieces Bacon chopped; can be swapped with turkey bacon
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste; consider using sea salt
For the Binding Mixture
  • 3 large Eggs crucial for holding the pie together
  • 5 fl oz Double Cream/Heavy Cream can use half-and-half to lighten the dish
For the Topping
  • 7 oz Cheddar Cheese shredded; sharp cheddar intensifies the taste
  • Butter for greasing; any fat works, but butter is a favorite

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Frying Pan
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Bacon Cheeseburger Pie
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a frying pan with butter.
  2. Cook three strips of chopped bacon and 1.5 pounds of ground beef with ½ teaspoon of salt and a pinch of pepper, stirring until browned.
  3. Transfer the cooked meat mixture into a buttered baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 3 large eggs and 5 fluid ounces of heavy cream.
  5. Pour the egg and cream mixture over the meat base and gently fold in 3.5 ounces of shredded cheddar cheese.
  6. Sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese and chopped bacon on top, then bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Allow the pie to cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 190mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For added flavor, consider experimenting with different meats or cheeses while keeping within carnivore guidelines.

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