Keto Cottage Pie
Keto Cottage Pie is a delicious, low-carb twist on the classic comfort food. Rich meaty gravy topped with creamy cauliflower mash loaded with crispy bacon and topped with parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
- 1½ lbs ground beef
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 3 ribs celery, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup tomato paste
- 1½ tablespoons beef gelatin powder (or ¼ teaspoon xanthan gum)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon worcestershire
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- cracked black pepper, to taste
For the mashed cauliflower
- 4 strips bacon, diced
- 2 lbs cauliflower florets
- ½ cup cream cheese
- ¼ cup butter, divided
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup green onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup grated parmesan
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the diced bacon until crisp. Remove the bacon from the pan, leaving the rendered fat behind.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Add the onion and celery and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the tomato paste until the beef is coated. Sprinkle the gelatin over top and stir to combine.
- Add the broth, worcestershire, dijon, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, until thickened to a gravy-like consistency.
- Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°F. In a large pot, boil the cauliflower until softened, about 10 minutes.
- Drain the cauliflower and let steam-dry for 5 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl (or food processor). Add the cream cheese, butter, and salt. Using an immersion blender, blend until smooth. Fold in the cooked bacon and sliced green onion.
- Spread the mashed cauliflower over the beef mixture. Sprinkle grated parmesan over top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden on top and bubbling around the edges. Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Storage: Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Nutritional Info: Per serving, Calories 600, Protein 32g, Fat 45g, Net Carbs 9g (based on 6 servings).