🥩🍕 Carnivore Pepperoni Pizza Casserole
Zero-Carb • Keto • High-Protein • Family Favorite
🧾 Ingredients
Meat Base
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1½ lb (700 g) ground beef (80/20 for best flavor)
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1 tsp salt (or to taste)
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½ tsp black pepper (optional)
Cheese Layer
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2 cups shredded whole-milk mozzarella
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1 cup shredded provolone or cheddar
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½ cup grated Parmesan
Pizza Flavor
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1 cup sugar-free marinara (optional — skip for strict carnivore)
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1½–2 cups sliced beef or pork pepperoni (check for zero sugar)
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1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
Creamy Binding (optional but amazing)
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2 large eggs
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½ cup heavy cream or softened cream cheese
🔥 Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or beef tallow. -
Cook the beef
In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned.
Season with salt (and pepper if using).
Drain excess fat but keep a little for flavor. -
Make it creamy (optional step)
In a bowl, whisk eggs with heavy cream or cream cheese until smooth.
Mix this into the cooked beef for a soft, lasagna-style texture. -
Assemble the casserole
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Spread beef mixture evenly in baking dish
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Add marinara only if using
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Sprinkle half of the cheeses
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Layer on pepperoni generously
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Top with remaining cheese and extra pepperoni
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Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes
Until bubbly, golden, and slightly crispy on top. -
Rest & serve
Let sit 5–10 minutes before slicing.
Serve hot with extra melted cheese on top.
🧀 Optional Carnivore Upgrades
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Add cooked bacon crumbles
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Use Italian sausage instead of ground beef
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Top with fried eggs after baking
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Drizzle with melted butter or beef fat
📦 Storage & Meal Prep
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Fridge: 4–5 days
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Freezer: Up to 2 months
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Reheat: Air fryer or oven for best texture
🧮 Nutrition (Approx. per serving – 6 servings)
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Calories: ~520
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Protein: 38g
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Fat: 40g
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Carbs: 0–2g (depends on pepperoni/marinara)