Keto Sausage and Spinach Casserole Recipe
This Keto Sausage and Spinach Casserole is a hearty, low-carb dish perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner. Featuring flavorful Italian sausage, fresh spinach, and a creamy cheese mixture baked to golden perfection, it offers a comforting yet healthy meal option suitable for ketogenic diets.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb, Keto
Ingredients
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy), casings removed
- 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Dairy and Eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 3 large eggs
Others
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Cook the sausage: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, removing casings first, and cook it until browned all over.
- Sauté garlic and spinach: Stir in the minced garlic and chopped spinach into the browned sausage. Continue cooking until the spinach wilts, mixing well to combine flavors.
- Prepare creamy mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, softened cream cheese, eggs, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
- Combine mixtures: Fold the cooked sausage and spinach mixture into the creamy egg blend, ensuring everything is evenly mixed.
- Assemble casserole: Pour the combined mixture into a greased 9×9-inch baking dish. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is set and the cheese topping is golden and bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the casserole to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm for the best flavor.
Notes
- You can use either mild or spicy Italian sausage depending on your heat preference.
- For extra flavor, consider adding chopped onions or bell peppers when cooking the sausage.
- This casserole can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking; just increase the baking time slightly if baking cold.
- Swap mozzarella for cheddar or a blend of your favorite cheeses for variation.
- Ensure eggs and cream cheese are at room temperature for easier mixing.
