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A golden brown Keto Cottage Pie in a ceramic dish with melted cheddar cheese and decorative cauliflower mash ridges.
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Keto Cottage Pie

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 445kcal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs Ground beef (80/20 fat content)
  • 1 large head Cauliflower, cut into small florets
  • 1 medium Onion , finely diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic , minced
  • 1.5 cups Mushrooms , finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp Tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup Beef bone broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp Dried thyme
  • 1 tsp Dried rosemary
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted butter
  • 3 tbsp Cream cheese, softened
  • 1.5 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded and divided
  • 1/2 tsp Sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Steam the cauliflower florets in a steamer basket over boiling water for 12 minutes until fork-tender. Drain thoroughly and pat dry with a clean towel to remove all excess moisture.
  • While cauliflower is steaming, place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and brown until no longer pink, approximately 7 minutes. Drain 75% of the rendered fat.
  • Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and chopped mushrooms to the skillet. Sauté for 6 minutes until onions are translucent and mushrooms have released their moisture.
  • Incorporate the tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper into the meat mixture. Cook for 2 minutes to caramelize the paste.
  • Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer uncovered for 8-10 minutes over medium heat until the liquid has reduced by half and the mixture is thick.
  • Prepare the topping: Place the steamed cauliflower into a food processor with the butter, cream cheese, and 1/2 cup of the shredded cheddar. Process until completely smooth and velvety.
  • Transfer the beef mixture into a 9x9 inch (23x23 cm) ceramic baking dish, spreading it into an even layer.
  • Spoon the cauliflower mash over the beef and spread to the edges using a spatula. Use a fork to create decorative ridges on the surface.
  • Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the cauliflower mash.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and the peaks of the mash are golden brown.
  • Remove from the oven and allow the pie to rest for 10 minutes to set before serving.