Keto Sloppy Joe Casserole

Ingredients:-

For the Sloppy Joe filling:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 small green bell pepper, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup tomato sauce (sugar-free)
• 2 tbsp tomato paste (sugar-free)
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp yellow mustard
• 1 tbsp keto-friendly sweetener (like erythritol or stevia)
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

For the casserole topping:-

• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup coconut flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 3 large eggs
• 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/4 cup melted butter

Instructions:-

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the Sloppy Joe filling:
   • In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
   • Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes, until softened.
   • Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
   • Add the tomato sauce, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, yellow mustard, keto sweetener, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
   • Let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, until it thickens slightly.
3. Prepare the casserole topping:
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
   • In another bowl, whisk the eggs, almond milk, and melted butter.
   • Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients, stirring until a thick batter forms.
4. Assemble the casserole:
   • Transfer the Sloppy Joe filling to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
   • Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the filling.
   • Spoon the batter evenly over the top of the cheese layer, spreading it out to cover the entire dish.
   • Sprinkle the remaining cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the batter.
5. Bake the casserole:
   • Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and set.
6. Serve:
   • Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Keto Sloppy Joe Casserole!

This casserole is a hearty and flavorful meal perfect for a low-carb diet. Enjoy!